Ryan Ramsey Branch Manager NMLS# 7668

06/09/2026

One of the fastest ways to make your loan originator nervous?
Making a major purchase before closing.

New cars.
Furniture sprees.
“Just putting it on the card for now.”

Big purchases can impact your credit, debt-to-income ratio, and overall loan approval process more than most buyers realize.
Moral of the story:
Maybe wait until after closing for the celebratory shopping trip


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06/08/2026

🐾 Lending Paws Spotlight: Coco 🐾

Meet Coco, a six-month-old German Shepherd mix with a bright future ahead. This smart young pup is eager to learn and is looking for a family who can help guide her through puppyhood and into adulthood.

With her intelligence, sweet personality, and endless potential, Coco is ready to find the forever home she deserves. Stockton Mortgage is proud to sponsor Coco as this week's Lending Paws Spotlight.

Ready to meet Coco? Learn more and apply today!
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06/08/2026

PMI is one of the most misunderstood parts of the homebuying process, but it can help make homeownership more accessible for buyers who don’t put 20% down.
The more you understand how PMI works, the more confident you can feel navigating the buying process.

Want to learn more?
Check out our blog post here: https://stockton.com/blog/2018/12/20/getting-rid-of-private-mortgage-insurance-pmi/


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06/05/2026

The little moments today can shape the future someone grows into tomorrow.
For a lot of families, homeownership is about more than buying a house. It’s about creating stability, building memories, and having a place future generations can always come back to.

Sometimes the first step starts with simply making a plan.


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06/05/2026

💰 **Don't let property taxes become an expensive surprise after closing. 🏡📋**

One of the most overlooked questions homebuyers should ask is:

**"What will the property taxes be after I buy the home?"**

Many times, the taxes you see today are based on the current owner's assessment—not the home's new purchase price. Once the property is reassessed, your tax bill could increase significantly.

Why does this matter?

✅ Property taxes are part of your monthly housing payment
✅ Higher taxes can affect your monthly budget
✅ They can even impact how much home you qualify for

With **nearly 25 years in the mortgage industry**, I've seen buyers focus on the purchase price only to discover later that the property taxes changed the numbers more than expected.

🏡 **When budgeting for a home, don't just ask what the taxes are today—ask what they'll be tomorrow.**

📩 Thinking about buying? Let's review the full payment so you know exactly what to expect before making an offer.

06/04/2026

Summer always has a way of making you think differently about home.
Backyards.
Cookouts.
A space that actually feels like yours.

If buying has been in the back of your mind, this might be your sign to start asking questions.


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06/03/2026

A lot of buyers assume one number automatically determines whether they can buy a home.

In reality, there are several pieces that help shape the full picture:
• income
• debt
• savings
• loan type
• goals

That’s why personalized guidance matters so much. A conversation can usually provide way more clarity than a Google search spiral.


Stockton Mortgage NMLS: 8259 | Equal Housing Lender | nmlsconsumeraccess.org

06/03/2026

"Ryan was very pleasant and knowledgeable about the process.. Worked very hard to cover all of the moving parts of our process." says Roger

★★★★★ Ryan was very pleasant and knowledgeable about the process.. Worked very hard to cover all of the moving parts of our process.

06/02/2026

A lot of people think talking to a lender is intimidating.

Honestly, most conversations start with:
“Okay… here’s where we’re at.”

No perfect timing.
No perfect finances.
No pressure.

Just figuring out the next best step together and creating a plan that makes sense for you.


Stockton Mortgage NMLS: 8259 | Equal Housing Lender | nmlsconsumeraccess.org

06/01/2026

New month. Strong offers. Smart planning. 👏

The first of the month is a great reminder that preparation matters in today’s market. A strong offer isn’t always the highest one. Communication, strategy, and being prepared ahead of time can make a big difference when the right home comes along.

If homeownership is on your mind this summer, now’s a great time to start the conversation.


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