Lonnie Stevenson, NMLS #183190

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06/28/2026

๐Ÿค” Think todayโ€™s market is all about younger buyers?
Think again.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿฆณ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿฆณ Boomers are still playing a huge role on both the buying and selling side.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lonnie Stevenson
๐Ÿ›๏ธ NMLS #183190
๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Sales Manager - loanDepot
๐Ÿ“ž 928-716-6723
๐Ÿ›œ loandepot.com/lstevenson

06/25/2026

๐Ÿ“‹ Appraisal waivers get talked about like theyโ€™re something a lender can just line up ahead of time.

๐Ÿซค Thatโ€™s not really how it works. AUS may offer one, or it may not.

๐Ÿšซ But there are definitely scenarios where you can tell upfront a waiver is not likely.

๐Ÿ”Ž The key is knowing the difference before expectations get built around it.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lonnie Stevenson
๐Ÿ›๏ธ NMLS #183190
๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Sales Manager - loanDepot
๐Ÿ“ž 928-716-6723
๐ŸŒ loandepot.com/lstevenson


06/18/2026

๐Ÿ›๏ธ The Fed held rates steady this week, but the bigger takeaway is what they signaled next.

๐Ÿ“‰ If youโ€™re waiting for a big drop in mortgage rates before buying or refinancing, you may be waiting longer than expected.

๐Ÿ”ข That doesnโ€™t mean the numbers canโ€™t work โ€” it just means you need the right strategy.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Call or text me and letโ€™s look at your options.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lonnie Stevenson
๐Ÿชช NMLS #183190
๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Sales Manager - loanDepot
๐Ÿ“ž 928-716-6723
๐ŸŒ loandepot.com/lstevenson

06/15/2026

๐Ÿ“† Big week for interest rates.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ The Fed begins meeting Tuesday, the policy statement comes Wednesday, and markets are already watching the bond market, inflation signals, and global headlines closely.

โš–๏ธ No big rate move is expected, but the reaction could still matter for mortgage rates.

๐ŸŽฅ Iโ€™ll post an update later this week after we see how everything plays out.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lonnie Stevenson
๐Ÿฆ NMLS #183190
๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Sales Manager - loanDepot
๐Ÿ“ž 928-716-6723
๐ŸŒŽ loandepot.com/lstevenson


06/11/2026

๐Ÿ“ˆ Mortgage rates moved up. But that does not mean the opportunity is gone.

โš–๏ธ In some cases, a seller concession may do more to improve a buyerโ€™s monthly payment than simply cutting the price.

๐Ÿงฎ That is why this market is not just about lowering numbers.

โ™Ÿ๏ธIt is about using the right strategy to keep deals moving.

๐Ÿค” This market does not just need lower prices. It needs smarter structure.

๐Ÿ“Œ Example only. Rate buydown cost can vary by day, pricing, loan scenario, and market conditions.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lonnie Stevenson
๐Ÿชช NMLS #183190
๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Sales Manager - loanDepot
โ˜Ž๏ธ 928-716-6723
๐ŸŒ loandepot.com/lstevenson

06/07/2026

๐Ÿง Most buyers hear โ€œmortgage insuranceโ€ and assume it is all the same.

Itโ€™s not.

๐Ÿค” PMI and FHA MIP work differently.

And even PMI is not always priced the same.

That is why the details matter.

If you have questions about mortgage insurance, down payment options, or what loan program may fit you best, you can start the conversation anytime at
๐Ÿ›œ LonnieStevenson.com.
๐Ÿช Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lonnie Stevenson
๐Ÿ›๏ธ NMLS #183190
๐Ÿง‘๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿ’ป Sales Manager - loanDepot
๐Ÿ“ž 928-716-6723
๐ŸŒ loandepot.com/lstevenson





06/04/2026

โ“ When you ask a lender, โ€œWhat are your fees?โ€ they may only be quoting Box A โ€” the lender-controlled charges.

๐Ÿ’ฐ But most buyers are really asking:
โ€œHow much money do I need to bring to closing?โ€

โœ… That includes more than just lender fees.

๐Ÿงฎ Thatโ€™s why I believe in rounding up and estimating realistically upfront. Iโ€™d rather deliver lower at closing than surprise you with higher costs later.

๐Ÿ”Ž When comparing lenders, ask:
โ€œAre you quoting just Box A, or total closing costs from Boxes A through H?โ€

๐Ÿ‘€ Have a Loan Estimate and want another set of eyes on it? Reach out anytime.

๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป Start your pre-approval anytime at LonnieStevenson.com
Open 24/7.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lonnie Stevenson
๐Ÿ›๏ธ NMLS #183190
๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Sales Manager - loanDepot
๐Ÿ“ž 928-716-6723

06/01/2026

๐Ÿ“‰ A new Fed chairman doesnโ€™t automatically mean lower mortgage rates.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Heโ€™s stepping into a divided Fed, with some members leaning toward rate cuts and others still focused on inflation.

๐Ÿ”Ž That uncertainty is one reason mortgage rates have stayed volatile.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ But in this market, the conversation shouldnโ€™t just be:
โ€œWhatโ€™s todayโ€™s rate?โ€

๐Ÿ“Œ It should be:
โ€œWhat options are available to help create a better monthly payment?โ€
Seller concessions.
Temporary buydowns.
Permanent buydowns.
Different loan structures.

๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป This is where experience and planning matter โ€” and why having someone sit down and walk through real scenarios can make a huge difference.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lonnie Stevenson
๐Ÿชช NMLS #183190
๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Sales Manager - loanDepot
๐Ÿ“ฒ 928-716-6723
๐ŸŒ loandepot.com/lstevenson

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