Jeffrey Willson - The Willson Team at Front Point Mortgage - NMLS #68758

Jeffrey Willson - The Willson Team at Front Point Mortgage - NMLS #68758 Jeffrey Willson, MBA
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www.frontpointmortgage.com
760-271-0045
NMLS # 68758

How to Buy a House: A Guide for Today's BuyersAs a mortgage broker serving the San Diego community, I know that buying a...
08/28/2026

How to Buy a House: A Guide for Today's Buyers
As a mortgage broker serving the San Diego community, I know that buying a house today can feel like a complex journey. The process starts with a careful assessment of your finances—understanding your income, reviewing your credit, and ensuring you have the right down payment and reserves. Setting a clear payment limit helps you focus your search, and getting preapproved is a key step to strengthen your position when shopping for listings. Making an offer often involves adding contingencies, followed by completing inspections before you reach the closing table. Each of these steps is essential, and affordability is shaped by the unique details of your financial profile. At The Willson Team, our goal is to provide personalized mortgage guidance every step of the way, so you can move forward with confidence.
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08/27/2026

California: $212K Income to Buy a Home
With the average 30-year fixed refinance rate hovering close to 7%, many homeowners are weighing their options when it comes to refinancing—whether that’s to secure a better rate, unlock home equity, or adjust their loan term for greater flexibility. As a mortgage broker serving the San Diego area, I’ve seen how refinancing decisions hinge on more than just rates; qualifying factors like credit, income, and debt-to-income ratio still play a key role, and the application process can impact your credit score while always carrying some risk of denial. It’s also important to keep closing costs in mind: they typically land between 2% and 6% of the loan amount, so for a $300,000 refinance, expect fees in the $6,000 to $18,000 range. One guideline I often discuss with clients: refinancing may make sense when the new rate is about a percentage point lower than your current loan, or if you’re looking to tap into your home’s equity and can maintain at least 20% remaining. Helping you find the solution that fits your goals is what my team is all about.

08/26/2026

Home Loans With Bad Credit: U.S. Options
Navigating home loans with less-than-perfect credit is absolutely possible, though the path can be a bit narrower. As someone who’s spent years helping San Diego homebuyers find their footing, I know how important it is to understand your options. Right now, the average U.S. mortgage holder has a credit score of 711, with about two-thirds falling between 661 and 850. Conventional lenders typically look for scores near 620, but government-backed loans can open doors for those below that threshold—especially if you can bring a larger down payment to the table. VA loans, for example, sometimes allow eligible veterans to buy with no down payment at all, while other programs may require closer to 10% down for lower scores. To put your best foot forward, focus on saving for a larger down payment, keeping your debt-to-income ratio around 36% or less, checking your credit reports, using credit cards responsibly, and always making payments on time. Before you commit to a loan, compare several preapprovals within a 14-day window, and make sure your monthly payments won’t exceed about 30% of your income or put too much strain on your savings. Thoughtful preparation and the right strategy can make homeownership a reality—even with imperfect credit.

08/26/2026

Mortgage Calculator: Here's How Much You Need To Buy a $430K Home at a 6.43% Rate
With 30-year fixed mortgage rates now down to 6.43%, the path to homeownership just became a bit more affordable for buyers in the greater San Diego area. For a median-priced home at $430,000, a 20% down payment brings your monthly mortgage to $2,156—meaning you’re saving $54 each month and more than $113,000 over the life of your loan compared to the rate peak in 2023. FHA buyers are seeing even greater benefits, with $65 in monthly savings and a long-term reduction of over $136,000. At The Willson Team, we believe that understanding your numbers is the first step to making confident decisions—let’s make sure you have the knowledge to move forward with clarity in today’s market.

08/24/2026

US Bad Credit Home Loan Paths

08/23/2026

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08/20/2026

US Jumbo Loans: Limits and Requirements

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