The Fuller Team at Mortgage 1

11/02/2026

Huge congratulations for this first time homeowner - and big shoutout to local real estate ALL-STAR Michele Ballein with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices for her support throughout!

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from the entire team at Mortgage 1! Wishing you a spooky-sweet day filled with treats, fun, and all the comforts of home.

10/22/2026

A lender credit can lower your upfront closing costs, but it may also affect your rate and monthly payment. Learn how to weigh the trade-off and decide what fits your budget:

See how a lender credit can reduce mortgage closing costs, affect your rate and monthly payment, and help you compare loan options before buying a home.

10/21/2026

Fall is a great time to handle the small home maintenance tasks that can help prevent bigger issues later. From cleaning gutters to checking weatherstripping and testing smoke detectors, a little prep now can help your home stay comfortable and protected as cooler weather moves in.

Not a homeowner yet, but hoping to buy soon? The best start is a preapproval using Mortgage 1’s Pro SNAP → https://hubs.la/Q04yJRjw0

10/15/2026

Two homes. Same asking price. Very different monthly payments.

Something a lot of homebuyers don't realize is just how much property taxes, insurance, and the way your mortgage is structured can change what a home actually costs you.

A $250,000 home in one neighborhood might have a noticeably different monthly payment than a $250,000 home just a few miles away.

And sometimes, a slightly more expensive home can actually be MORE affordable month to month.

With affordability being such a big concern right now, it's worth looking beyond the asking price before deciding whether a home fits your budget.

Here's an easy way to get started.

If you've been browsing homes in West Michigan, send us a listing that's caught your attention. We'll help you understand what the monthly payment and cash to close could look like.

You might be surprised by what the numbers tell you!

10/14/2026

When you’re mapping out a budget to buy a home, it helps to account for all expected monthly expenses, not just the home price or loan amount. Additional items like insurance, taxes, and other fees also affect affordability.

Want a clearer picture of what your monthly payment could look like? Call me at 616.575.9817, or start your preapproval using my personal Pro SNAP link → https://hubs.la/Q04yJJbl0

10/07/2026

Not sure which loan option is right for you? FHA may be worth exploring if you’re looking for flexible guidelines and a more manageable start to homeownership. The best first step is seeing what you may qualify for.

Call me at 616.575.9817, or start your preapproval using my personal Pro SNAP link → https://hubs.la/Q04yJBlB0

09/30/2026

Had a great experience with Mortgage 1? We’d love to hear about it! Your Google review helps others learn what it’s like to work with our team.

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09/29/2026

Realtors, your clients count on you to know what’s coming. With the appraisal process changing, this is a good opportunity to get familiar with the new format and what it means for your transactions.

Join us October 21 at GRAR. Blaine Feyen will lead the appraisal session, which includes one CE credit, followed by updates on condo financing and the mortgage market. We’d love to see you there!

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/realtor-event-industry-updates-tickets-2001546537574

09/29/2026

A seller credit can reduce the cash you need at closing. Here’s how it works, what it can cover, and the loan limits buyers and sellers should know. Read more:

A seller credit can reduce the cash needed at closing. Learn how seller credits work, what they cover, and loan limits for buyers and sellers.