Empire Home Loans, Inc.

11/04/2026

To our friends - did you know that the average real estate agent response time to a new lead is 917 minutes (about 15 hours)?!

How fast do YOU respond?

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 — 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀
https://www.housingwire.com/articles/how-fast-you-should-respond-to-leads-and-why-it-matters/

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Empire Home Loans Inc.
CA DRE Lic: 02086593
NMLS # 1839243
CA DBO/CFL LIC # 60DBO-98315

We all know that responding to leads in a timely manner is necessary, but that leaves a few questions: how fast do I need to respond? Why do I need to respond so fast? Will responding fast actually get the person to work with me? Answering these questions is a matter of looking at statistics […]

11/03/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘀: 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 $𝟳𝟱,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻 $𝟴𝟬𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬!

The single-family conforming loan limit through the years:

1977 through 1979: $75,000 from late
1980: $93,75
1990: $187,450
2000: $252,700
2008-2016 $417,000
2020 $510,400
2026 $832,750

(One family, one unit, not high-cost states or counties)

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Empire Home Loans Inc.
CA DRE Lic: 02086593
NMLS # 1839243
CA DBO/CFL LIC # 60DBO-98315

11/02/2026

No two borrowers have exactly the same financial situation, property, or homeownership goals.

Having access to a broad range of mortgage products can help loan officers explore suitable financing options for different client needs.

At Empire Home Loans, our broker-channel approach is designed to give mortgage professionals the resources to serve their clients with knowledge and flexibility.

Learn more at www.workatempire.com.

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Empire Home Loans Inc.
CA DRE Lic: 02086593
NMLS # 1839243
CA DBO/CFL LIC # 60DBO-98315

10/31/2026

From our entire Empire Home Loans family, Happy Halloween! 🎃

We hope you enjoy a great day with family, friends, and a few treats (or tricks)! 🍫👻

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Empire Home Loans Inc.
CA DRE Lic: 02086593
NMLS # 1839243
CA DBO/CFL LIC # 60DBO-98315

10/30/2026

Happy Empire Anniversary, Morgan! We truly value your professionalism and incredible focus! 🎯

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Empire Home Loans Inc.
CA DRE Lic: 02086593
NMLS # 1839243 CA
DBO/CFL LIC # 60DBO-98315

10/29/2026

What will California home prices look like to close out 2026 and through 2027? 🏡

Looks like even more steady, measured, positive growth and stability. 📊

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Empire Home Loans Inc.
CA DRE Lic: 02086593
NMLS # 1839243 CA
DBO/CFL LIC # 60DBO-98315

10/28/2026

Happy Empire Anniversary, Sonya! Your personal touch and genuine enthusiasm make working together a pleasure! 🌟

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Empire Home Loans Inc.
CA DRE Lic: 02086593
NMLS # 1839243 CA
DBO/CFL LIC # 60DBO-98315

10/27/2026

Happy Empire Anniversary, Trina! Your hard work has become an important part of what makes our team so successful! 💪

Empire Home Loans Inc.
CA DRE Lic: 02086593
NMLS # 1839243 CA
DBO/CFL LIC # 60DBO-98315

10/27/2026

The Real Deal has arrived at Empire Home Loans—say hello to April Diehl! Known as “April the Real Deal,” April has been helping homebuyers and homeowners turn possibilities into reality since 2006, bringing experience, straight answers, and a personal touch to every transaction. Serving clients across Nevada, Tennessee, and Georgia, she's passionate about finding solutions, simplifying the numbers, and building relationships that last well beyond closing. We're lucky to have April's energy, heart, and dedication to helping families find their place to call home!

10/26/2026

In this short clip, Julie Yarbrough talks about how to find your soul's purpose and inspire others.

She shares insights on helping salespeople, improving financial well-being, and finding the right home for clients in the mortgage industry.

Watch the complete conversation here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7m22orALvM

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Empire Home Loans Inc.
CA DRE Lic: 02086593
NMLS # 1839243
CA DBO/CFL LIC # 60DBO-98315