Arthur Welborn - Banner Bank Home Loans

10/04/2026

The U.S. housing market is gradually cooling, with price adjustments becoming more common as buyers remain selective. What could this shift mean for your home's value and resale potential? Understanding these trends is crucial for homeowners buying or selling in today's market.

The housing market is entering its anticipated summer slowdown, as sellers progressively modify their prices while buyer demand remains stable, according to the Realtor.com July 2026 Monthly Housing Trends Report.

10/03/2026

Always wanted your own Swiss chalet? Home Depot’s A‑Frame Moose Building offers 679 sq ft across two floors—usable as a pool house, office or guest ADU with balcony. It’s a little pricey at around $43,000, but ADUs can boost the value of your property up to 34%, so weigh durability, permitting and rental potential when estimating ROI. If you’ve ever thought about putting an ADU on your property, this is an affordable option to consider. Contact me about using your equity to finance a new ADU.

Chalet living, right this way...

10/03/2026

Adding a co-borrower to your application can help you qualify for more by combining incomes and credit profiles. It's a common strategy for couples, family members buying together or multigenerational households. Let's talk about whether it makes sense for your situation.

10/02/2026

Buying a home is a journey, and every journey is easier when you know the path. Here's what the process looks
like from start to finish. Save this so you know exactly what to expect.

Ready to get started? Let's talk.

09/05/2026

You don't need a perfect credit score to buy a home, but a higher score opens up better rates and more options. These small, consistent habits can make a real difference over time. Want to know where you stand? Let's take a look together.

09/04/2026

Do you prefer your home’s exterior color to blend organically with its natural setting—or do you gravitate toward hues that make more of a statement? Many designers and homeowners are shifting away from stark color choices in favor of softer hues derived from nature. Sage, greige, terracotta and blue-gray tones hide dirt, age more gracefully and read as more livable—boosting curb appeal and marketability. What color would you choose if you were painting your home?

Experts reveal their top exterior colors for creating timeless nature-merged homes that sit in harmony with their surroundings

09/03/2026

Truth: When you factor in equity, long-term appreciation and payment stability, buying often comes out ahead. And with the right loan program, your monthly mortgage payment may be closer to your rent than you think. Let's run the numbers together.

08/31/2026