What Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and FHA Require from Commission-Based Borrowers Commission income can be a powerful asset when qualifying for a mortgage. However, unlike salaried income, commission-based earnings have unique guidelines for qualification and documentation, particularly from major mortgage…
Fixed Rate, Variable Costs: Escrow's Impact on Mortgage Payments If you’re a homeowner, you may have noticed that your mortgage payment isn’t always the same each year, even if you have a fixed-rate mortgage. For many, this can come as…
Hidden Fees, Higher Rates: The Real Cost of Mortgage Industry Turnover The mortgage industry is known for its high turnover rate among loan officers. Many loan officers hop between companies, chasing higher commissions, bonuses, or other perks. While this may…
Flexible Commercial Loans for Today’s Investors – We’ve Got You Covered At Innovative Mortgage Brokers, we’re thrilled to share some exciting news—our commercial loan offerings are now available nationwide (except California)! After months of building strong relationships with top-tier commercial…
Who’s Buying Homes in 2024? A Look at Demographics and Trends The 2024 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) sheds light on significant shifts within the real estate landscape. With data spanning July…
No SSN? No Problem! How to Buy a House in the U.S. Without a Social Security Number Navigating the mortgage landscape as an ITIN holder can be challenging, especially when typical paths to homeownership often require a Social Security Number.…
Navigating Fannie, Freddie, and FHA Guidelines For some individuals, capital gains income can be a crucial component in demonstrating financial stability during mortgage applications. If you are a real estate investor or earn income through asset sales, you may be…
The Real Connection Between Politics and Mortgage Rates As the 2024 U.S. election nears, discussions are heating up about its potential impact on mortgage rates. While some may anticipate a clear direction for rates after the election, the reality is…
Mortgage Solutions for Non-U.S. Citizens: Unlocking the American Dream Navigating the U.S. mortgage landscape as a non-U.S. citizen can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. Thanks to programs from major agencies like Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and FHA, pathways to…
From Start to Close: How We Reduce Mortgage Application Failures Getting a mortgage is a big step, but it can also be a confusing and frustrating process. A recent report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) revealed that around…
