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Get your finances mortgage-ready for the new year! Our year-end financial checklist helps you review credit, budget, taxes, and home goals to start 2026 strong. Why a Year-End Financial Review Matters As a new year begins, it’s the perfect time to evaluate your financial health—especially if you’re planning to buy a home, refinance, or pay … Continue reading Year-End Financial Checklist: Smart Money Moves for 2026
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week near unchanged which held rates steady. Trading was a little choppier but remained within a very narrow range. Rates worsened the beginning of the week but recovered the losses Wednesday and Thursday. The Fed cut rates 25 basis points as expected but noted, “Uncertainty about the economic … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, December 15th, 2025
If you’re planning to buy a home soon, your credit score will play a major role in the loan programs you qualify for, the interest rate you receive, and your overall affordability. As a mortgage loan officer, I see many borrowers who are closer to qualifying than they think—often, a few strategic credit moves can … Continue reading 4 Powerful Tips to Improve Your Credit Before Applying for a Mortgage
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week near unchanged which held rates steady. Trading remained within a very narrow range. Rates saw very little changes throughout the entire week. The data showed very little price pressures and moderate economic growth. Core PCE inflation rose 0.2% as expected. This is the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge. … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, December 8th, 2025
From Your Local Mortgage Loan Expert As temperatures drop, winter weather can take a toll on your home. Protecting your property now can help prevent costly repairs later—and preserve the long-term value of your investment. As a mortgage loan officer, I work with homeowners every day, and one of the best ways to safeguard your … Continue reading Winter Home Maintenance Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week near unchanged which held rates steady. Trading remained within a very narrow range amid thin holiday trading conditions. Rates improved slightly to start the week and saw weakness Wednesday and Friday morning. The data showed very little price pressures. September PPI rose 0.3% as expected. The core … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, December 1st, 2025
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone—but it can also feel overwhelming if you don’t know what to expect. At Mortgage Investors Group, we believe the process should be transparent, supportive, and empowering from beginning to end. Step 1: Get Preapproved Your first step is to get preapproved for a mortgage. This helps you … Continue reading First-Time Buyer 101: What to Expect from Start to Close High-Level
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week near unchanged which held rates steady. Trading remained within a very narrow range despite significant stock volatility. Some of the delayed data from September and October were finally released, but most of the backlogged data will arrive next month. October jobless claims were 223K vs 232K. ADP … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, November 24th, 2025
Buying a home isn’t just about having a place to live—it’s one of the most reliable ways to build long-term financial security. For decades, homeownership has been a key part of wealth-building for individuals and families across the country, and the benefits extend far beyond the emotional satisfaction of having a space to call your … Continue reading Building Wealth Through Homeownership: How Buying a Home Can Strengthen Your Financial Future
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week slightly lower which put a little upward pressure on rates. Rates pushed higher Monday morning, were neutral mid-week, and finished with a slight negative bias. Stocks were considerably more volatile with huge swings higher Monday and into Tuesday morning followed by sharp selling pressure most of the … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, November 17th, 2025
If you’re getting ready to buy a home, you’ve likely heard the terms “prequalified” and “preapproved.” While they sound similar, they serve very different purposes in the mortgage process—and understanding the difference can make all the difference when it’s time to make an offer. What Does It Mean to Be Prequalified? Prequalification is an early … Continue reading Prequalified vs. Preapproved: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week slightly lower which put a little upward pressure on rates. Rates took a negative tone to start the week, were neutral mid-week, and saw some additional upward pressure Friday. The U.S. Government data remained delayed due to the shutdown. Third party releases were few and far between. … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, November 10th, 2025
