Bonnie Neel - Loan Originator

05/31/2023

Homeowners insurance is going up across the states, especially those are at most risk for severe climate change.

The largest insurer in California said it would stop offering new coverage. It’s part of a broader trend of companies pulling back from dangerous areas.

03/29/2023

Check your rates - updated daily online at www.StraightTalkMortgage.com

03/17/2023

What a difference a year makes! There are sooooo many houses to choose from in ATX and deals to be made. Let’s chat.

“As of February, 7,167 homes are currently listed on the market, a 499% increase since last February.”

02/22/2023

TL'DR - Essentially, this means that FHA loans might be "cheaper-ish" in that they will require a lower amount in mortgage insurance than previously. (Going from 0.85% to 0.55% for you math nerds out there).
Generally speaking, FHA interest rates usually trend lower than conventional loan rates - now combined with lower mortgage insurance rates, FHA loans just got a whole lot more appealing (and affordable) to folks looking to buy a home.

850,000 homebuyers and homeowners with new FHA-insured mortgages expected to benefit in 2023 Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced an action that will save homebuyers and homeowners with new FHA-insured mortgages an average of $800 per year, lowering housing costs for an estimated 850,000...

02/02/2023

San Diego is easy to ❤️ with this kind of sunshine.

01/26/2023

Palm Springs in January is just gorgeous

01/25/2023

It’s all about having your high school experience made into a musical…

01/24/2023

Very excited to announce that I'm licensed in both Texas and California! (as well as other states, CO, NM & GA, NV to come). All my lovely Californian friends and colleagues - reach out if you looking to buy or refinance. I'm me, as you know, and I can explain this wild mortgage game while also offering low rates.

01/05/2023

Y'all know how much I hate credit bureaus selling our info everytime you apply for a loan? This year has turned the calls up to 11. Here's how to opt-out. Do it for your spam sanity!

12/16/2022

Not usually one to high or low key flex, but this is an amazing feeling given the crazy year we've had. I have a fantastic group of realtors, buyers and co-workers who make this job feel meaningful and fun. Love you, guys, and thank you! 😘😘😘

12/09/2022

The City Council thinks cracking down on unregistered STRs might increase the long term rental market but I’m not sure. Austin will still have a housing shortage, even if the ~11k STRs are fined.

Austin City Council members want to crack down on short-term rentals that aren’t licensed with the city.