Lee Adelson at Rate, NMLS #437145

Lee Adelson at Rate, NMLS #437145 VP of Mortgage Lending/Corporate Trainer NMLS 437145 at Rate (operating as Guaranteed Rate, Inc. in New York state) NMLS 2611.

www.rate.com/leeadelson
Seasoned Loan Originator with 25+ years of expertise helping clients achieve their homeownership dreams.

06/11/2026

You don’t just live in your home, you build something in it over time. That accumulated value could become a powerful financial tool when you need it. I’ll help you understand how your home equity fits into your bigger plan.

Contact me to learn more.
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NMLS #437145

Many buyers unintentionally choose a closing date that works against their cash flow 💵Here’s what’s actually happening💡:...
06/10/2026

Many buyers unintentionally choose a closing date that works against their cash flow 💵

Here’s what’s actually happening💡:

When you close earlier in the month, you prepay more interest upfront. That means more cash due at closing💵

When you close later in the month, you bring less cash to closing… but your first mortgage payment still comes due just as fast📅

This is something I walk my buyers through alongside their agents so they can decide what feels best for their situation.

DM, Call, or scan the QR code to get started with your application.

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NMLS #437145

06/10/2026
Knowing the numbers could give you an edge in a competitive market. With home sales reaching a peak in May, more America...
06/09/2026

Knowing the numbers could give you an edge in a competitive market. With home sales reaching a peak in May, more Americans are on the move. Increases in existing-home sales across the Northeast, Midwest and South suggest more homeowners are on solid financial footing.

Understanding the full housing breakdown could help you win your dream home.
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NMLS #437145

Building wealth as a couple is pretty simple 💰If you and your partner each save $97 a week, you’ll have close to $20k in...
06/09/2026

Building wealth as a couple is pretty simple 💰

If you and your partner each save $97 a week, you’ll have close to $20k in about 2 years. No tricks, no gimmicks just consistency 📅. For a lot of people that’s the difference between still talking about buying and actually doing it.

Everyone focuses on saving for the down payment and forgets about everything else that actually gets you approved.

Lenders are also looking at:
💳 your credit score
📊 your debt-to-income ratio
📁 your payment history
💼 how stable your income is

20% down is a myth:
→ FHA loan: as low as 3.5% down (580+ credit score)
→ Conventional: as low as 3% for first-time buyers
→ VA or USDA: 0% down if you qualify 🙌

on a $400k home that’s as low as $14k–$21k minimum to get in the door. totally doable — but only if the rest of your financial profile backs it up.

Thinking about buying — even if it’s a year or two out? DM me. I’d rather help you get ready now than stressed later 💬

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NMLS #437145

06/08/2026

Closing costs are part of both buying and selling. The details can vary based on how each loan is structured. Seeing both sides helps you plan with clarity. Learn how you can structure the costs of your loan so it works best for you.
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NMLS #437145

06/07/2026
06/04/2026

I don’t just help people win their dream homes, I help them build the foundation for their financial future. As a home grows in value, it builds equity, which could be tapped into down the road. If you’re looking to know more about buying or what it could mean long term, let’s talk.
https://myoc.io/dH5l3FDa8Y1/Cnxt7

NMLS #437145

06/03/2026

If you’re on the fence, I’m here to help you out. Sometimes when homeownership feels far off, it’s actually closer than you think. Let’s talk and I’ll walk you through your different options.
https://myoc.io/dH5l3FDa8Y1/UhKjN



NMLS #437145

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3940 N Ravenswood Avenue (remote In NW Suburbs)
Chicago, IL
60613

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