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Matthew Collins, Boston, MA (2026)

08/12/2025

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03/13/2025

The spring market is officially heating up, and with it comes the pressure to make quick decisions.

When everyone around you is in buying mode, it's easy to get caught in the FOMO trap.

So, having a rational framework for evaluating opportunities is essential to your financial health. Know what you can actually afford, understand your mortgage options, and be realistic about what you want for your financial future.

If you're gearing up to buy this season, now is the time to get a pre-approval started. Let's chat.

03/05/2025

Mortgage rates saw a quick drop yesterday - with conventional loans dropping to 6.64% and government (FHA and VA) loans as low as 6.26% - before bouncing right back up.

So, if you needed any reminder of how quickly things can change in this market, there you have it.

Of course, the headline of the week driving this volatility has been the announcement that tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China will be moving forward. As market uncertainty increases, we're seeing investors move money to safer options like bonds, creating the drop we have been seeing in the 10-year treasury bond.

This flight to safety pushes bond prices up and yields down, which is why mortgage rates briefly decreased as well. But the full story is a bit more complicated.

Here's what you need to know if you're in the market:

These tariffs are expected to add $7,500-$10,000 to the cost of building a new home. Lumber takes the biggest hit (about $4,900 per house), but everything from drywall to appliances will cost more, too.

So we're looking at a strange situation: potential downward pressure on rates due to economic concerns but upward pressure on home prices because of higher building costs.

According to the National Association of Home Builders, every $1,000 increase in home prices will price about 106,000 potential buyers out of the market nationwide. That's not insignificant.

Bottom line: This market can change direction in a heartbeat. Instead of trying to predict these shifts, focus on what you can actually control - your financial readiness and having a clear strategy for when the right opportunity presents itself.

02/26/2025

FHA loans are a fantastic way to get into homeownership sooner, especially if you have less-than-perfect credit or limited savings. But if you put less than 10% down (which many FHA borrowers do), you'll also be on the hook for insurance premiums for the lifetime of the loan.

That's where having an exit strategy matters. In many cases, borrowers don't realize they're paying hundreds extra each month that could be going toward building more equity or other financial goals.

The ideal time to refinance out of your FHA loan is when:

1. You've built enough equity (20%+)
2. Your credit score has improved significantly
3. Your debt-to-income ratio is under control
4. Interest rates make the move worthwhile

For most homeowners, this happens 2-5 years after purchase, depending on your market's appreciation rate and how aggressively you've been paying down debt.

Not sure if you're ready to make the switch?

Let's run your numbers and see if refinancing makes sense for your situation. Sometimes waiting a few more months can save you thousands in the long run.

02/20/2025

The unfortunate truth is that the Boston market isn't getting any easier to break into.

But that doesn't mean homeownership is out of reach - it just means we need to be smarter about how we approach it.

First up: get your financial house in order. Clean up your credit, understand your debt ratios, and know which loan programs give you the best edge. Sometimes an FHA loan makes sense, sometimes conventional is your best bet. It all depends on your situation.

Don't be afraid to think creatively. Maybe that means looking at a multi-family where tenants help pay your mortgage. Or exploring neighborhoods you hadn't considered. The best deals often come from being open to possibilities.

The key is being ready to move when the right opportunity shows up. That means having a solid pre-approval, knowing your real numbers (not just what an online calculator tells you), and being flexible where it makes sense.

Want to figure out what's possible in this market? Let's run your numbers and build a strategy that works.

02/05/2025

I know the rate conversation has gotten pretty exhausting lately, but it's only because there are so many variables to talk about, and it just keeps getting more confusing.

So, let's look at the facts.

While the promise of rates dropping sharply with the new administration was definitely tantalizing, the reality is we're in for a longer road than we might have hoped.

Sure, rates have come down a bit — from over 7% to around 6.96% — but most experts are saying we can expect rates to stay somewhere in the mid-6% range through 2025. The truth is, mortgage rates don't move just because of who's in office. Inflation, job numbers, and even what’s happening globally all have a say in the matter.

Fannie Mae and the Mortgage Bankers Association are predicting we could see rates dip to around 6.3-6.4% by the end of the year, but that's a pretty far cry from the 3% lows that prospective buyers have been holding out for.

So, what can you do?

Focus on what’s within your control. Work on keeping your credit solid, managing your debt, and putting together a strategic down payment plan. Rates may drop eventually, but home prices are still rising, and every day you wait could be a missed opportunity to build equity.

Let’s figure out a plan that works for you — right now.

01/29/2025

Every successful house flipper started with their first project - and most of them didn't have huge cash reserves sitting around.

What they did have was a solid understanding of their financing options.

From hard money loans to home equity and private lending, there are multiple ways to fund your first flip.

Each option has its advantages: hard money lenders focus on the property's potential, HELOCs can offer lower rates if you've built equity in your current home, and private money lenders often care more about your vision than your credit score.

The key isn't having deep pockets - it's understanding your options and choosing the right financing strategy for your specific project. Even experienced flippers often combine different funding sources to optimize their returns.

Ready to explore which strategy might work best for your first flip? Let's run the numbers.

01/28/2025

The perfect time to buy does not exist.

But, if you're still holding out, hoping that the stars will align and tell you it's time to jump - you might want to look at what that wait is actually costing you.

Let's say you have a $2,500 monthly rent payment - that's $30,000 a year going toward someone else's mortgage.

That doesn't feel perfect at all, does it?

Now consider this: on a $500,000 home with just 5% down, you could be building around $1,500 in equity each month through your mortgage payment alone.

That's roughly $18,000 in wealth building annually - and we haven't even talked about property appreciation yet.

Even with today's higher rates, the math often favors buying sooner rather than later:

• Your rent isn't getting cheaper
• Home prices continue trending up long-term
• Every payment builds your equity, not your landlord's
• You can always refinance when rates drop
• Property values typically appreciate regardless of rates

The perfect market conditions might never come.

But the right time to start building wealth through real estate? That's usually sooner than you think.

Ready to run the numbers for your situation? We should chat.

01/24/2025

If you've been waiting to get into real estate investing because you think you need a massive bank account to start, this one's for you.

Building wealth through property ownership is actually more accessible than most people even realize - probably because most of us consider it out of our reach.

But whether it's house hacking a multi-family property with a low down payment FHA loan, testing the waters by renting out a spare room, or starting with real estate investment platforms, there are entry points at almost every budget level.

The key is understanding your options and choosing the strategy that makes sense for your current situation. Sure, real estate investing comes with its learning curves, but it remains one of the most proven paths to building long-term wealth.

Want to know what might be possible for you? Let's connect to find a strategy that fits your goals.

01/23/2025

With rates sitting higher than we'd hoped heading into 2025, it's time to focus on what we can actually control in our financial picture.

And one of the biggest factors that can impact your mortgage affordability is your debt-to-income ratio (DTI).

In a high-rate environment, lenders scrutinize DTI more carefully than ever, because they need to be confident you can handle your mortgage payment on top of your existing obligations.

Your DTI is simple - it's the percentage of your monthly income that goes to paying debts. Most lenders want to see this at 36% or below.

So if you make $8,000 monthly and spend $2,000 on car payments, student loans, and credit cards, your DTI is 25% before adding a mortgage. That extra breathing room could make a significant difference in your approval odds and rate options.

If you want to improve your position fast, start by focusing on:

✓ Paying down credit card balances
✓ Avoiding new debt
✓ Increasing your income where possible
✓ Understanding which debts count in the eyes of lenders

We might not be able to control market rates, but we can definitely control the strength of our applications for funding.

Want to know where you stand? Let's run your numbers together.

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