The MacIntyre Group NMLS #1379810

The MacIntyre Group NMLS #1379810 Scott MacIntyre, Loan Consultant at loanDepot.

Specializes in providing comprehensive lending solutions for high-net-worth clients, Veterans and first-time homebuyers.

One of the challenges in today's market is that people are making long-term decisions based on short-term headlines.This...
06/02/2026

One of the challenges in today's market is that people are making long-term decisions based on short-term headlines.

This week we saw:
• Inflation still above the Fed's target
• New home sales cool slightly
• Ongoing uncertainty around rates

Yet at the same time, home prices continue to appreciate nationally.

That's an important reminder:

A home is both a place to live and, for many families, their largest asset.

The people who build wealth through real estate rarely do it by perfectly timing the market.

They do it by owning quality assets over long periods of time.

The question isn't:

"Will the market be perfect?"

The question is:

"Does buying make sense for my family's goals today?"

That's a much more useful conversation.

Memorial Day weekend usually marks the beginning of the summer market…And this year feels very “normal” in one important...
05/29/2026

Memorial Day weekend usually marks the beginning of the summer market…

And this year feels very “normal” in one important way:

Good homes still move quickly.

Not every home.
Not every buyer.
But the well-positioned ones? Absolutely.

What’s making the difference right now:

• realistic expectations
• strong communication
• fully reviewed pre-approvals
• and buyers who understand their numbers before they shop

This market rewards preparation far more than prediction.

If you’re planning moves this summer, now’s the time to get clear on the strategy—not just the rate.

One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is thinking:“I’ll know the perfect time to buy.”In reality…Most people don’t fin...
05/26/2026

One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is thinking:

“I’ll know the perfect time to buy.”

In reality…

Most people don’t find the “perfect market.”

They find:
• the right house
• at the right stage of life
• with a payment and plan that make sense

That’s usually how good decisions happen.

Not because the headlines were perfect.
Not because rates magically hit a certain number.

But because the overall picture fits.

The buyers who succeed in the long term tend to focus less on predicting the market…
and more on making smart decisions when opportunity shows up.

05/22/2026

What Memorial Day Really Means: Reflecting on Sacrifice and Honor

I share my personal experience participating in Flags-In at Arlington National Cemetery during my time in the Old Guard, and reflect on what Memorial Day truly represents. I talk about the profound perspective gained from seeing rows of graves marked with flags, and how each one represents sacrifice, family, and unfinished stories. As Memorial Day weekend begins, I encourage everyone to remember the real meaning of the holiday—honoring those who gave everything and never came home.

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As Memorial Day weekend begins, I’m reminded that home means something different because of the sacrifices made by other...
05/22/2026

As Memorial Day weekend begins, I’m reminded that home means something different because of the sacrifices made by others.

For many veterans and military families, homeownership isn’t just a financial milestone.

It represents:
• stability
• peace
• freedom
• and a place to build a life after service

That’s one reason I care deeply about helping veterans understand and fully use the benefits they’ve earned.

And honestly, it’s also a reminder for all of us:

A home is more than a transaction.

Enjoy the weekend—and take a moment to remember why we have it.

loanDepot proudly assists military families in their search for the mortgage that's right for them. Accelerate your path...
05/20/2026

loanDepot proudly assists military families in their search for the mortgage that's right for them. Accelerate your path to and contact me to learn about how the VA loan can benefit you!

The market is still moving… even with rates staying stubbornly elevated.Last week we saw:• inflation pick back up • hom...
05/19/2026

The market is still moving… even with rates staying stubbornly elevated.

Last week we saw:
• inflation pick back up
• home sales still edge higher
• consumer spending remain solid
• and the labor market continue sending mixed signals

Translation?

👉 Buyers haven’t disappeared.

They’ve just become more intentional.

And honestly, that’s probably healthier.

Right now:
• good homes still move quickly
• prepared buyers still win
• and strategy matters more than hype

The people succeeding in this market aren’t waiting for “perfect conditions.”

They’re making smart decisions based on:
• their timeline
• their finances
• and their long-term goals

That’s a much better way to buy a home.

If you're eligible for a VA loan, this type of mortgage should definitely be on your short list of loans to consider. He...
05/18/2026

If you're eligible for a VA loan, this type of mortgage should definitely be on your short list of loans to consider. Here we go over how the loan works, who qualifies, and the benefits it offers. If you would like to discuss your VA mortgage eligibility, contact me today!

https://www.loandepot.com/home-loans/va-loan?loid=smacintyre

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