Jacob Dominguez at Waterstone Mortgage NMLS #1585410

05/20/2022

One of the fun perks of homeownership has arrived: gardening season! Do you prefer a flower garden to enhance your landscaping, or a vegetable garden to grow some delicious produce? Share your pick in the comments.

05/17/2022

Builders, looking to partner with a mortgage lender that makes the construction financing process as easy as 1, 2, 3? Learn more about the exclusive resources Waterstone Mortgage offers for construction builders and contractors: https://bit.ly/3KsaySD

05/17/2022

Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about how this will impact your homeownership plans.

05/16/2022

If You’re a Homeowner, You Have Incredible Leverage When You Sell Today

In today’s housing market, homeowners have a great opportunity to sell their house and receive the best terms for their personal situation. That’s because there’s a limited number of homes for sale, which is creating competition among buyers. Right now, homebuyers want three things:

05/15/2022

It's graduation season! If you have student loan debt and want to build equity by buying a new house, this post is for you. Waterstone Mortgage offers the tools and resources to help you feel confident in making this next financial investment. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Ffl13b

05/13/2022

An ARM is a type of home loan with an interest rate that varies over time, which means more flexibility and a lower interest rate to start than most fixed-rate loan options (usually). Learn more about the benefits of ARMs: https://bit.ly/3wxSl1o

05/13/2022

Should You Update Your House Before Selling? Ask a Real Estate Professional. [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your trusted real estate advisor to be your guide. In today’s sellers’ market, buyers have limited options and may be more willing to take on repairs themselves. If you’re thinking about se...

05/12/2022

What You Actually Need To Know About the Number of Foreclosures in Today’s Housing Market

While you may have seen recent stories about the volume of foreclosures today, context is important. During the pandemic, many homeowners were able to pause their mortgage payments using the forbearance program. The goal was to help homeowners financially during the uncertainty created by the health...

05/11/2022

You’ve probably heard about the financial benefits of homeownership, but did you know there are many other ways owning a home can improve your quality of life? Check them out here: https://bit.ly/3vvkxmd

05/11/2022

Are There More Homes Coming to the Market?

According to a recent survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), one of the top challenges buyers face in today’s housing market is finding a home that meets their needs. That’s largely because the inventory of homes for sale is so low today.

05/10/2022

Will Home Prices Fall This Year? Here’s What Experts Say.

Many people are wondering: will home prices fall this year? Whether you’re a potential homebuyer, seller, or both, the answer to this question matters for you. Let’s break down what’s happening with home prices, where experts say they’re headed, and how this impacts your homeownership goals.

05/10/2022

How Today’s Mortgage Rates Impact Your Home Purchase

If you’re planning to buy a home, it’s critical to understand the relationship between mortgage rates and your purchasing power. Purchasing power is the amount of home you can afford to buy that’s within your financial reach. Mortgage rates directly impact the monthly payment you’ll have on ...