Becky Elder - NMLS #276271 Fairway IMC

05/12/2026

04/01/2026

When we bought our first home… it was honestly stressful and confusing.

We were excited, but also second guessing everything and not fully understanding what we were getting into.

That experience is actually what led me into this business.

I didn’t want other people to feel the way we did. I wanted to understand it, simplify it, and help people make better financial decisions when buying a home.

Now, getting to walk people through that process is my favorite part of what I do.

If you’re thinking about buying and feeling unsure… that’s normal. You’re not supposed to have it all figured out. That’s what I’m here for.

03/26/2026

Buyers… if you’ve been getting beat out by cash offers, I need you to see this 👇

Cash usually wins because it feels safe to a seller.
No financing risk. No surprises. Clean and simple.

But what if your offer could feel the same way… without you actually paying cash?

That’s exactly what the Fairway Cash Guarantee does.

✔️ Helps your offer compete with cash
✔️ Gives sellers more confidence choosing you
✔️ Can be the difference in a multiple offer situation

In some cases, the seller is even protected financially if something unexpected happens on the loan side.

That changes the conversation completely.

I’m seeing too many good buyers miss out on homes when they don’t need to.
There are strategies right now that can give you a real edge.

If you’re thinking about buying (or already house hunting), send me a message and I’ll break it down in simple terms.

02/14/2026

01/31/2026

2026 Housing Market Forecast!
How does appreciation, inventory and rates affect you and your ability to buy this year?

It actually doesn’t matter at all - unless you’re working on a plan now to make it happen! Don’t let another year pass you by that you wish you would’ve bought a home, yet you’re still building someone else’s wealth by paying their mortgage through rent.

01/24/2026

If you’re planning to buy a home in May or June 2026, it’s time to get serious now. Not panic. Not obsess. Just prepare.

Home buying feels intimidating because most people wait too long to deal with the money side. That’s the part that can make or break your options.

Here’s what you should be doing ASAP from a lending perspective:

1. Get clear on your non-negotiables
Before numbers get run, you need clarity. Sit down with anyone buying with you and decide on 5 must-haves. Things like location, school district, bedroom count, or main-level living. This matters because price ranges change fast when criteria shifts.

2. Separate wants from qualifiers
Your lender qualifies you on facts, not Pinterest. Make a separate list of wants. Updated kitchen, certain finishes, layout preferences. This helps us run realistic scenarios and keeps you from falling in love with a payment that doesn’t work.

3. Look at your real financial picture
Income, credit, savings, and monthly obligations. Not estimates. Real numbers.
Wondering if you’ll need down payment assistance? Totally fine. A lot of buyers do. But those programs have rules, income limits, and timelines. The earlier you plan, the more options you keep.

4. Build your timeline
Lease ending? Selling a home first? Bonus income or RSUs involved? All of that impacts when you should apply and when you should write offers. Waiting until the last minute limits loan options and adds stress you don’t need.

5. Meet with your lender early
If you’re within 6 months of wanting to close, now is not “too early.” It’s smart.
Pre-approval isn’t instant when done correctly. It takes time to review documents, structure the loan, plan for rate movement, and avoid surprises before you’re under contract.

Prepared buyers win. Unprepared buyers get emotional, rushed, and boxed into bad decisions.

This is just a piece of what I walk buyers through in my Future Homeowners Guide.
Comment GUIDE and I’ll send you the link so you can get clear, confident, and ready well before you start shopping.

01/23/2026

2026 Market forecast

01/22/2026

Mortgage rates are down a full percent from this time last year!

What does this mean for you?

Let’s chat about scenario and see if buying in 2026 makes sense for you!

01/08/2026

12/30/2025

If a move is on your radar for 2026, there’s a lot more working in your favor than there has been in a while.