Ryan Hays, Mortgage Loan Originator NMLS# 2298124

Ryan Hays, Mortgage Loan Originator NMLS# 2298124 Ryan Hays - Mortgage Loan Originator - NMLS #2298124
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Crosscountry Mortgage NMLS 3029 Equal Housing Lender

With Ryan and NFM Lending, you can be confident that your transaction will start with getting to know your financial situation to determine the loan that best meets your current and future needs.

08/24/2026

Every move-up buyer I talk to asks some version of this: is it really as crazy as it sounds to buy and sell at the same time?
Honest answer: it can be. But it usually is not, when there is a plan in place from the beginning.

The stress comes from uncertainty. Not knowing what happens if your home sells before you find the next one. Not knowing how to handle overlap. Not knowing how to structure your financing.

When those things have answers, the whole process feels manageable. And that is exactly what the planning conversation is for.

DM me before you list anything. That one conversation changes everything.

MortgageTips

Pre-qualification is basically a guess based on what you tell the lender. No documents checked. No credit pulled. No rea...
08/20/2026

Pre-qualification is basically a guess based on what you tell the lender. No documents checked. No credit pulled. No real verification. It takes five minutes online and means very little to a seller.
 
Pre-approval is the real thing. Your income is verified. Your credit is pulled. Your full financial picture has been reviewed. When you make an offer with a true pre-approval, sellers take you seriously.
 
I have seen buyers lose homes they loved because they showed up with a pre-qualification letter thinking it was the same thing.
 
Know the difference before you start shopping. DM me and I will make sure you have the right one in hand.
 
MortgageAdvice

08/18/2026

These are not the same thing. And in a competitive market, showing up with the wrong one can cost you the house.

Pre-qualification is your lender taking your word for it. Five minutes. No documents. No credit check. No real commitment from anyone.

Pre-approval is your lender actually verifying your income, pulling your credit, and reviewing your financial picture. When you make an offer with a real pre-approval, sellers take you seriously.

I have watched buyers lose homes they loved over this exact mistake. Do not let that be you.

DM me before you start shopping. Let’s get you the real thing.

MortgageTips FirstTimeHomeBuyer

Most first time buyers go into a lender conversation blind. They either assume they won’t qualify or they don’t know wha...
08/14/2026

Most first time buyers go into a lender conversation blind. They either assume they won’t qualify or they don’t know what to expect. This is everything they’re actually looking at when you apply. Save this ad share it with someone who is thinking about buying but hasn’t started yet. It’ll save them a lot of anxiety. 
 
NCRealEstate

08/12/2026

I have had so many buyers come to me after being told no somewhere else convinced it was their credit score.
Almost every single time, that was not the real reason.
The things that actually derail approvals are DTI, documentation gaps, and employment history. And most people have never even heard of DTI before they sit down with a lender.
Here is what that means: a lot of people who think they cannot qualify actually can. They just need someone looking at the right things.
Before you assume the answer is no, let me actually look at your file.
DM me and let’s find out where you really stand.
FirstTimeHomeBuyer MortgageAdvice

Buying a home starts with knowing where you stand.A prequalification is a great first conversation.A preapproval is what...
08/06/2026

Buying a home starts with knowing where you stand.
A prequalification is a great first conversation.

A preapproval is what gives you confidence when it’s time to make an offer.

In today’s market, a preapproval can make all the difference.
If you’re thinking about buying—even if it’s months away—I’m always happy to help you get started. No pressure, just a plan.

07/31/2026

Getting pre-approved feels like a huge win, and it is. But before you celebrate too much, there are a few things worth knowing.
There are four things that can quietly undo your approval:
• Buying a car
• Opening a new credit card
• Financing furniture or appliances
• Co-signing for anyone
I’ve seen all four of these derail a closing that was just days away. Not because the buyer did anything wrong on purpose, but because they didn’t realize the rules change the moment you’re approved.
From here until you have the keys, the goal is simple: keep your financial life exactly the same. Boring is good.
Got questions about what’s safe to do right now? DM me, I’ll walk you through it.

Adjustable-rate mortgages often get overlooked simply because “adjustable” sounds risky. But depending on your timeline ...
07/29/2026

Adjustable-rate mortgages often get overlooked simply because “adjustable” sounds risky. But depending on your timeline and goals, an ARM can be the more strategic choice.
 
Consider an ARM if you:
• Plan to sell or refinance within 5 to 10 years
• Want a lower initial monthly payment
• Are comfortable with some rate variability down the line
 
Consider a fixed rate if you:
• Plan to stay in the home long-term
• Prefer predictable, consistent payments
• Want peace of mind regardless of market shifts
 
Neither option is inherently better, it depends on your plans.
Not sure which one fits your situation?
Send me a message and we’ll run the numbers together.

07/23/2026

“We’re waiting until we have 20% down.” It’s one of the most common things I hear, and it’s understandable, that number has been repeated for decades. But for most buyers in North Carolina, it’s simply outdated.
Here’s the reality:
Most buyers I work with put down 3-5%
Some qualify for less, depending on the loan program
20% is not a requirement, it’s a myth that’s quietly kept people out of the market for years
While buyers wait to save more, home prices continue to climb, often outpacing their savings
Waiting for 20% down could be costing you more than it’s saving you. If you’ve been holding off because of that number, you may already be more ready to buy than you think.
DM me and let’s see exactly where you stand. No pressure, just clarity.

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Charlotte, NC
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