Craig Smith at Guaranteed Rate

11/03/2026

With the economy remaining strong and inflation lingering, the Fed opted to hold interest rates during their latest meeting. Mortgage rates are expected to stay about where they are in response. When rates hold steady, it takes some pressure off your home financing decisions. Instead of trying to anticipate what could happen next, focus on your timing, budget and other factors within your control.

If you’re in the market for a new home, let’s plan your next move.

10/29/2026

10/28/2026

HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit) and cash-out refi get mixed up all the time, and it's easy to see why.

Both are ways to make use of the equity you've built, they just work very differently. Knowing how they compare puts you in a better spot to decide what fits when your goals shift. No need to have it all figured out today.

Save this for when the time feels right, and reach out whenever you'd like to talk it through.

10/21/2026

Big news for property investors.

Ready to scale your portfolio without draining your cash reserves? Let’s talk about how you could use this advantage to expand your portfolio.

• Options up to 90% LTV on 1-unit investment properties
• Options up to 85% LTV on 2–4 unit properties
• No mortgage insurance required

10/15/2026

Instead of waiting for the market to give you a sign, find what makes sense for you. Remember, there’s no universal green light signaling it’s time to buy your home. I can help you evaluate your finances, goals and timeline alongside your market’s activity to see when your best moment is.

https://myoc.io/cZmL2eGyek2/QBT4O

10/13/2026

Don’t go into your mortgage blind. A loan estimate gives you a preview of what your financing will look like, including the loan terms, interest rate and estimated payment. If mortgage lingo sounds like another language, I’m here to help.

Expand your homebuying vocabulary with our helpful guide or reach out to ask specific questions.

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09/01/2026

School's in session! Rate is here to help you check off your essentials before house hunting. 🏡✏️

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08/13/2026

Pattern recognition is the first step. Now it's time to break it.

Guaranteed Rate Inc. D/B/A Rate; NMLS #2611. For licensing information visit http://ms.spr.ly/6182a1zqj. Operating as Guaranteed Rate, Inc. in New York. Equal Housing Lender.

08/06/2026

The best way to stop paying rent? Owning a home. We can help with that.

Guaranteed Rate Inc. D/B/A Rate; NMLS #2611. For licensing information visit http://ms.spr.ly/6183aEcoZ. Operating as Guaranteed Rate, Inc. in New York. Equal Housing Lender.

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08/03/2026

Our choices shape our days, and our days shape our lives. Start living yours in the Rate App.

Guaranteed Rate Inc. D/B/A Rate; NMLS #2611. For licensing information visit http://ms.spr.ly/6188a8x04. Operating as Guaranteed Rate, Inc. in New York. Equal Housing Lender.

07/25/2026

Car guy? No. House guy.

Applicant subject to credit and underwriting approval. Restrictions apply.

Guaranteed Rate Inc. D/B/A Rate; NMLS #2611. For licensing information visit http://ms.spr.ly/6181v7DIb. Operating as Guaranteed Rate, Inc. in New York. Equal Housing Lender.

07/22/2026

All the tools to live a longer, happier life - all in one place

07/21/2026

Closing day: 🥳🔑🏡 Moving day: 📦😵‍💫🍕🛏️

Guaranteed Rate Inc. D/B/A Rate; NMLS #2611. For licensing information visit http://ms.spr.ly/6180vfO4Y. Operating as Guaranteed Rate, Inc. in New York. Equal Housing Lender.

Applicant subject to credit and underwriting approval. Restrictions apply.

07/20/2026

Consider this a stress-free sample of all the Rate App app has to offer.

Guaranteed Rate Inc. D/B/A Rate; NMLS #2611. For licensing information visit http://ms.spr.ly/6187v2bBc. Operating as Guaranteed Rate, Inc. in New York. Equal Housing Lender.

07/14/2026

The couch situation is between you and the doorway. The utilities do not have to be.

Rate Concierge gives you one point of contact to transfer and set up your utilities and internet at your new home, at no additional cost. Less time calling providers. Fewer moving-day surprises. One less horror story. Rate Concierge, powered by OneSource.

Guaranteed Rate Inc. D/B/A Rate; NMLS #2611. For licensing information visit http://ms.spr.ly/6189vFO99. Operating as Guaranteed Rate, Inc. in New York. Equal Housing Lender.