Marie Ritzenberg, VP of Mortgage Lending, NMLS #215246

08/05/2026

Home prices rose in the Northeast, Midwest and South in Q2, while the West saw a slight year-over-year decline. That regional mix matters because buying power, home equity and available options can shift by location and goal. With the right mortgage strategy, you can better understand how today’s conditions may fit your plans.

Reach out and explore what the latest housing market insights could mean for your next move.
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NMLS # 215246

08/03/2026

07/30/2026

A more stable rate environment makes it easier to plan your next home financing move without reacting to every shift. It creates room to think clearly about your goals and your timeline. The Fed held their current position this week as the economy expands, employment stays stable and inflation remains elevated.

We’re here to help break it down and plan what’s next for you.
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NMLS # 215246

07/30/2026

How you spend time outdoors. The finishes you live with every day. The way your home flows from one space to the next. The right updates, from refined outdoor living areas to considered interior finishes and improved flow, bring a sense of cohesion you can feel throughout. When you’re ready to take that next step, your home’s equity can be one way to support more improvements over time.

Let's help you think through what’s worth refining now and what can evolve later.
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NMLS # 215246

07/28/2026

You built a business. You manage cash flow, run a team and make decisions that most people never have to think about. And then a mortgage lender told you your income was too complicated. That's not a reflection of your finances. It's a reflection of the loan product they were selling. A bank statement loan works the way your income actually works.

You've already done the hard part. Let me handle this one.
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NMLS # 215246

07/27/2026

The rent reality is that one size does not fit all. Renting may make sense right now, but if your goals are starting to point toward homeownership, I can help you understand the steps and compare your options.
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NMLS # 215246

07/23/2026

An unforgettable summer starts with taking your backyard to the next level. Bringing your home improvements to life might be easier than you think if you’ve built equity in your house. Looking to know more about what tapping into those funds could look like? Let’s talk.

Want an upgrade that wasn’t shown? Let me know in the comments.
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NMLS # 215246

07/20/2026

Most homeowners know their monthly number but not what's behind it. PITI breaks your payment into four parts and gives you a clearer picture of where your money goes. Understanding it is how you stay in control.

I'll walk you through it.
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NMLS # 215246

07/16/2026

The market may be cooling, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t opportunity to make big moves. Whether it’s using these conditions to your advantage or making a plan for when things change, let’s talk about what this means for you and your homebuying goals.
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NMLS # 215246