Katie Howe
Loan Officer
NMLS: 295909
Recent Articles
Nov
13
2024
13
2024
Mortgage Rates, Inflation, and a Buyer-Friendly Market: How to Navigate Your Next Home Purchase
Recent economic shifts have left many homebuyers asking: Is this really the right time to buy a home? In light of new inflation data, the answer isn’t black and white. But there’s good news—an increase in housing inventory and slower home price growth are tipping the...
Recent economic shifts have left many homebuyers asking: Is this really the right time to buy a home? In light of new inflation data, the answer isn’t black and white. But there’s good news—an increase in housing inventory and slower home price growth are tipping the...
Nov
06
2024
06
2024
What the Fed’s Expected Rate Cut Means for You—and Four Key Questions to Watch
As the Federal Reserve prepares to potentially cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point this Thursday, it brings a ripple of opportunity—and questions. For many, a rate cut hints at more accessible borrowing costs, potentially sparking new momentum in homebuying,...
As the Federal Reserve prepares to potentially cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point this Thursday, it brings a ripple of opportunity—and questions. For many, a rate cut hints at more accessible borrowing costs, potentially sparking new momentum in homebuying,...
Oct
30
2024
30
2024
Debunking Scary Myths About Buying a Home
Thinking about buying a home but spooked by the “scary” stories out there? Let’s face it: the home-buying journey can seem like a haunted house of myths and misunderstandings. But don’t let these myths frighten you off! Here’s a look at the top spooky...
Thinking about buying a home but spooked by the “scary” stories out there? Let’s face it: the home-buying journey can seem like a haunted house of myths and misunderstandings. But don’t let these myths frighten you off! Here’s a look at the top spooky...
Oct
23
2024
23
2024
How Non-QM Loans Work: A Smart Alternative for Non-Traditional Borrowers
If you're self-employed, a freelancer, or have non-traditional income, getting a home loan might seem challenging. Traditional mortgage requirements, like W2s or tax returns, don't always align with how you earn your living. But don't worry—there's an option that could be just...
If you're self-employed, a freelancer, or have non-traditional income, getting a home loan might seem challenging. Traditional mortgage requirements, like W2s or tax returns, don't always align with how you earn your living. But don't worry—there's an option that could be just...
Oct
16
2024
16
2024
Is Now the Right Time to Refinance Your Mortgage?
Thinking about refinancing your mortgage? Many homeowners are weighing their options to lower their monthly payments, access cash from their home equity, or change their loan terms. But how do you know if refinancing makes sense for you right now? Here are some important factors to...
Thinking about refinancing your mortgage? Many homeowners are weighing their options to lower their monthly payments, access cash from their home equity, or change their loan terms. But how do you know if refinancing makes sense for you right now? Here are some important factors to...