Michael Piccola-NMLS1269145 - Team Piccola

06/05/2026

Keeping an eye on your credit is never a bad idea, even if you’re not buying anything right now.

Here’s the deal, if someone wants to charge you just to check it, don’t do it.

If you’re looking at your credit and have no idea what you’re looking at, reach out and we’d be happy to help.

06/01/2026

Successful trip to Fennville Mi(Douglas) to check in on the house. After many delays we are getting close. Trying to make the last push!

05/22/2026

Lex got to take the girls to School today.

05/05/2026

05/05/2026

Nails did

05/04/2026

Are you hitting the avg? The latest market benchmark for average day on market is 56 days.
For sellers: if you’re not at that date yet, you’re still under the avg! But is your strategy dialed in to stay ahead?
For buyers: the closer a property gets to that 56-day date, the better chance you have of negotiating a great deal. This is a prime opportunity zone.
Ready to hit your targets with data-driven strategy? DM me for a personalized market analysis!
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05/01/2026

🚨 The #1 reason buyers get denied for their dream home? Their debt ratio—especially that monthly car payment! 🚗💨
Here is the crazy reality: If your car payment goes up by just $200 a month, it lowers your home-buying power by a whopping $32,000! 🤯
What does losing $32,000 look like in a home search? It could cost you:
🛏️ That extra bedroom you really needed
🚘 The upgrade to a 3-car garage
🧸 A dedicated playroom for the kids
If you’re in the market to buy but aren’t totally sure what your budget actually allows, let’s figure it out.
Send me a DM and I can run all the math for you—zero credit pull required. 🙌🏡
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04/30/2026

Wondering where mortgage rates are heading for the rest of 2026? 📉🏡

The forecasts from the major players—Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association, and the National Association of Realtors—are in. The consensus? Experts predict the 30-year fixed rate will stabilize and average somewhere between 5.9% and 6.3% as we close out the year.

While we aren’t seeing a return to pandemic-era lows, we are seeing a much more predictable market. And in real estate, predictability is a massive asset. Waiting on the sidelines for a dramatic rate drop could mean missing out on the right property while home prices remain incredibly resilient.

Having navigated the ups and downs of banking and lending for 15 years, I always remind my clients: the right time to buy isn’t about perfectly timing the market. It’s about finding the right entry point for your personal wealth-building strategy.

Ready to see what these 2026 projections mean for your buying power? Let’s run the numbers. Reach out to Team Piccola Loans today to get started! 🤝💼

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04/29/2026

Wondering how much house you can actually afford without breaking the bank? 🏡 Let’s talk about the 30% Rule.
As a general rule of thumb for strong financial health and smart wealth building, your total monthly housing costs (including mortgage, taxes, and insurance) shouldn’t exceed 30% of your gross monthly income.
Want to run the numbers yourself? Here is the exact formula to calculate your target budget:
Step 1: Take your total gross income for the year (before taxes).
Step 2: Divide that number by 12 to find your gross monthly income.
Step 3: Multiply that monthly number by 30% (or 0.30).
The Math in Action: Total Yearly Income: $120,000
$120,000 / 12 = $10,000 (Gross Monthly Income)
$10,000 x 30% = $3,000 Target Monthly Housing Budget
Keeping your housing costs within this range ensures you still have plenty of room for savings, investments, and living your life! Ready to see what kind of purchasing power you have? Send a DM today to get started! 📩
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04/29/2026

Self-employed and ready to buy a home? 🏡 Skip the tax return hassle!
Our Bank Statement Program is designed specifically for business owners, freelancers, and entrepreneurs. Instead of looking at your tax write-offs, we use your 12-to-24-month business cash flow to help you qualify for the home you deserve.
Let your hard work speak for itself! 👇 Click the link in our bio to learn more or send us a DM.