Travis Howard NMLS #206988

23/09/2026

Listing Agents - Please educate and prepare your sellers regarding seller concessions. Buyers will likely be asking for them in this rate environment. Reach out to me if you want to discuss options!

03/09/2026

Thinking of moving and converting your existing primary residence to a rental property? Fannie Mae just recently updated their guidelines to make it easier. Want to know what this means? Give me a call to discuss.

30/03/2026

This’ll Change What You Think About Investors in Today’s Housing Market

There’s a lot of noise out there right now about investors in the housing market.

26/03/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Travis Howard by James A - Travis and his staff are amazing!

Click to see all 149 reviews of Travis Howard Team - Waterstone Mortgage Corporation, VP - Western Region Sales

26/03/2026

The Best Week To List Your House Is Just Around the Corner

While the Spring season consistently offers up some of the best conditions for home sellers, Realtor.com says there’s one window where the stars really seem to align year after year. And it’s coming up fast.

25/03/2026

Starting May 1, updates are helping streamline the VA homebuying process and reduce unnecessary hurdles.

What’s changing:
➔ More flexibility on some property condition requirements
➔ Less emphasis on minor repairs
➔ A stronger focus on reducing deal friction

What this means:
✔️ Fewer delays
✔️ Smoother transactions
✔️ More competitive VA offers

A positive step for veteran homebuyers, without removing important protections.

Working with a VA buyer this spring? Let’s connect and help them make their move.

25/03/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Travis Howard by Amanda R R - Travis and his entire team made this experience incredibly smooth from start to finish. What can often feel overwhelming and stressful was the complete opposite—everything was organized, clearly communicated, and handled with care.
Travis was not only knowledgeable but also genuinely supportive throughout the process. He took the time to answer every question and made sure I felt confident every step of the way. It truly felt like he had my best interest in mind.
The entire office was just as impressive—friendly, responsive, and professional. You can tell they really care about their clients, which makes such a difference during something as important as this.
I can’t say enough good things about Travis and his team. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a mortgage lender who makes the process feel easy and stress-free.

Click to see all 147 reviews of Travis Howard Team - Waterstone Mortgage Corporation, VP - Western Region Sales

25/03/2026

One of the biggest stress points in buying a home = unexpected costs.

The good news is that closing costs aren’t random — and they shouldn’t be surprises.

At the closing table, you’ll typically be responsible for the following costs:

☑️ Appraisal
☑️ Title work
☑️ Home inspection
☑️ Other lender fees

And yes — in some cases, sellers can help cover part of these.

If you're planning to buy this year, this blog breaks it down clearly: https://bit.ly/4tQSfi9

25/03/2026

You Can’t Control What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates. But You Can Control This.

Mortgage rates have been volatile lately. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make it harder to plan.

23/03/2026

If you’re thinking about buying your first house and aren’t sure where to start, this guide breaks it down:

✔ Down payment basics
✔ Credit tips
✔ Pre-approval explained
✔ What to expect during the process

Buying your first home doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Start here: https://bit.ly/46MvS3B