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Licensed Mortgage Loan Officer | NMLS 2391725
✅Illinois ✅Florida

🏡 First-Time Buyers | Refinance | Investment

📞 Call/Text: (773) 818-5122
🗣 English • Romanian • Russian

Self-employed buyers usually do not have a simple income story.You may have strong revenue, smart write-offs, changing d...
06/10/2026

Self-employed buyers usually do not have a simple income story.

You may have strong revenue, smart write-offs, changing deposits, seasonal income, or a business that looks different on paper than it feels in real life.

That does not automatically mean you cannot qualify.

It means your mortgage needs to be reviewed with the right strategy before you apply.

The earlier we look at your income, tax returns, and possible loan options, the fewer surprises you run into later.

Comment or DM me “BOSS” and I’ll tell you what a lender may use for your income.



— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Lidia Baciu, NMLS #2391725 your go-to mortgage broker in Illinois and Florida


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A lower rate can look better on the surface.But a smart mortgage review looks at the full structure.What are the fees?Ho...
06/09/2026

A lower rate can look better on the surface.

But a smart mortgage review looks at the full structure.

What are the fees?
How long is the rate locked?
What is the total cash to close?
Is the payment fixed or adjustable?
How strong is the approval?
What is included in the monthly payment?

Those details can change what the loan really costs and how comfortable it feels after closing.

The goal is not just to find a good rate.

The goal is to understand the mortgage you are actually agreeing to.

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— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Lidia Baciu, NMLS #2391725 your go-to mortgage broker in Illinois and Florida



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It is fun to scroll listings, imagine furniture, and picture yourself walking through the front door.But house hunting w...
06/08/2026

It is fun to scroll listings, imagine furniture, and picture yourself walking through the front door.

But house hunting without a pre-approval can turn exciting into stressful fast.

Because once you find the one, you do not want to be wondering if the numbers work, if the payment makes sense, or if a lender would actually say yes.

Pre-approval gives you clarity before emotions get involved.

Message me “READY” if you want to understand your numbers before you start looking.



— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Lidia Baciu, NMLS #2391725 your go-to mortgage broker in Illinois and Florida





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It is easy to feel stuck when rates are the loudest part of the conversation.But rates are not the only part of buying a...
06/07/2026

It is easy to feel stuck when rates are the loudest part of the conversation.

But rates are not the only part of buying a home.

There is also the payment you can actually handle, the neighborhood you want to live in, the amount of space you need, and the reason you started thinking about buying in the first place.

Sometimes the next step is not waiting for the perfect market.

Sometimes it is getting clear on your numbers so you can decide with less fear and more confidence.

Comment “PLAN” if you want help understanding what a comfortable payment could look like.



— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Lidia Baciu, NMLS #2391725 your go-to mortgage broker in Illinois and Florida





When I review a home loan application, I am looking at more than the documents.I am looking for the things that can affe...
06/06/2026

When I review a home loan application, I am looking at more than the documents.

I am looking for the things that can affect the approval before they become a problem.

Credit limits can reduce borrowing power.

Some income may not count the way buyers expect.

Debts can affect the payment a lender believes you can handle.

Even recent spending patterns can matter when a file needs to be explained clearly.

The earlier we look at these details, the more options we usually have.

Message me “REVIEW” if you want help understanding what a lender may see before you apply.

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— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Lidia Baciu, NMLS #2391725 your go-to mortgage broker in Illinois and Florida




06/05/2026

Before you decide what you can afford, separate the approval number from the comfort number.

A pre-approval can tell you what may be possible.

A full payment conversation helps you understand what actually makes sense in real life.

Here is what I would want you to look at before you start house hunting:

1️⃣ Principal and interest
This is the mortgage payment most buyers think about first.

2️⃣ Property taxes
Taxes can make two homes with the same price feel very different month to month.

3️⃣ Homeowners insurance
Insurance depends on the home, the location, and the coverage you need.

4️⃣ HOA fees
If the home has an HOA, that cost needs to be part of your real monthly budget.

5️⃣ Utilities
Electric, gas, water, internet, and regular household costs still matter after closing.

6️⃣ Maintenance and repairs
Homeownership feels better when you are not surprised by every future expense.

This is why I do not want buyers only asking, “Can I afford this?”

The better question is, “What will this home actually cost me every month, and will that payment still feel comfortable after I move in?”

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It is frustrating when you know your business is doing well, but the home buying process makes your income look smaller ...
06/04/2026

It is frustrating when you know your business is doing well, but the home buying process makes your income look smaller than it really is.

This happens to a lot of self-employed buyers.

You may have strong deposits, steady clients, and a real ability to afford the payment. But if your tax returns show less income after write-offs, a traditional approval can get more complicated than expected.

That does not always mean you are stuck.

It means you need to know which options to ask about before you start falling in love with homes.

A bank statement loan may be one solution worth discussing because it can look at cash flow, not just tax returns.

Comment or message me “BOSS” if you want help understanding what your income may qualify for.



— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Lidia Baciu, NMLS #2391725 your go-to mortgage broker in Illinois and Florida



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06/03/2026

A lot of buyers think applying online is the easy route.

And sometimes it is… until the system asks a question you are not sure how to answer, your numbers do not fit neatly in a box, or you choose an option without realizing how it affects your payment.

A mortgage application is not just paperwork. It is a strategy conversation.

The right guidance can help you understand what you qualify for, what your payment may look like, and which loan path actually fits your life.

Message me “APPLY” if you want someone to walk through the numbers with you before you click submit.



— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Lidia Baciu, NMLS #2391725 your go-to mortgage broker in Illinois and Florida




The universe has spoken… and apparently it’s very into paperwork. 😂If the first word you saw was PREAPPROVAL, that’s you...
05/31/2026

The universe has spoken… and apparently it’s very into paperwork. 😂

If the first word you saw was PREAPPROVAL, that’s your sign to stop casually scrolling Zillow and start finding out what you can actually afford.

Because “just looking” turns into “wait… could I buy this?” real fast.

Comment ‘MAY’ and I’ll help you figure out your first step.



— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Lidia Baciu, NMLS #2391725, your go-to Licensed Mortgage Loan Officer in Illinois and Florida

05/30/2026

A $500K new build can sometimes have a lower monthly payment than a $450K resale.

Here’s the math:

-> Option 1: Resale Home

Purchase price: $450,000
Interest rate: 6.25%
Estimated principal + interest: $2,771/month

-> Option 2: New Build

Purchase price: $500,000
Builder incentive rate: 4.99%
Estimated principal + interest: $2,681/month

So even though the new build costs $50,000 more…

The estimated monthly principal + interest payment is about $90 less per month.

Why?

Because the interest rate matters.

A lower builder-paid rate can sometimes make a higher-priced home feel more affordable monthly than a lower-priced resale home with a higher rate.

But here’s what buyers need to remember:

You still have to compare:

Property taxes
Home insurance
HOA fees
PMI
Closing costs
Builder fees
How long the lower rate actually lasts

The point is not that every new build is cheaper.

The point is this:

Do not compare homes by price alone. Compare the full monthly payment.

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Lidia Baciu, NMLS #2391725, your go-to Licensed Mortgage Loan Officer in Illinois and Florida

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2700 Patriot Boulevard, STE 101
Glenview, IL
60026

Telephone

+17738185122

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