Drake Bloebaum Mortgage Professional

06/15/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Drake Bloebaum by Elissa J - I felt super supported throughout the whole process. No one got annoyed when I asked a million questions and they worked really hard to get us through closing ad quickly as possible.

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06/15/2026

If you are currently renting... then this is for you!

Sure, it's easy to feel behind or even lose hope in ever owning your own home, especially when you are measuring yourself inside the wrong system...

Let me explain.

Most people think the gap is about willpower:
“Save more.”
“Spend less.”
“Wait for the perfect time.”

But the gap is usually 2 lines moving at different speeds.
1. One line is the cost of living.
It tends to rise over time (rent, repairs, life).
2. The other line is the wealth you’re building.

Read this next part S-L-O-W-L-Y:
The Federal Reserve’s Survey of Consumer Finances shows the median U.S. homeowner had a net worth of $396,200…
While renters/non-homeowners had $10,400.

That doesn’t mean buying is “always” the answer.
It means the ownership system tends to build an asset while you live your life.

If you’re trying to decide whether buying fits your season, here’s the question to ask yourself:

Which line are you on right now, and what would it take to change the slope?

If you want, we’ll help you map it with real numbers for your situation (with zero pressure).

06/12/2026

Buying a home is not just about where you live.

For many people, it can also be one of the earliest ways to start building long-term wealth.

Data continues to show that buying earlier in life can create a stronger financial advantage over time, while waiting often makes that wealth gap harder to close.

Whether you are planning to buy your first home now or just getting your strategy in place, understanding the long-term impact of homeownership can help you make more confident decisions for your future.
NEO Home Loans is an Equal Housing Opportunity Lender.

06/10/2026

Seller concessions are back... and in today’s market, they can be the difference between “we can’t” and “we can.”

If you’re buying a home right now, you don’t just negotiate price.
You negotiate terms.

A seller concession is when the seller contributes toward certain buyer costs at closing. That can help you:

1. Keep more of your savings (instead of draining your account on closing day)
2. Lower your cash-to-close (often the real barrier, not the monthly payment)
3. Make your offer stronger without playing the “highest price wins” game

How to use this strategically (quick rule of thumb):

- If the home has been sitting longer than expected, concessions are often easier to ask for.
- If you’re up against a payment ceiling, concessions may help you structure the deal more comfortably.
- If you’re a first-time buyer, preserving savings matters because homeownership comes with first-year surprises.

Share this with someone you know who wants to buy a home in 2026!

06/08/2026

Big housing bill headlines are everywhere. Here’s the simple version. ✅

Congress passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act in the House on May 20, 2026. Before it changes anything, it still has to clear the final steps and then get implemented.

What it does not do:
🚫 It does not lower rates, drop prices, or instantly add a bunch of homes to the market.

What buyers should watch instead:
1. FHA updates for manufactured homes
2. A path that can help fund ADU projects
3. Possible changes that could make mortgages under $100K easier to get over time

If you’re buying this summer, your biggest drivers are still your credit, down payment plan, debt-to-income, and when you lock.

06/05/2026

Okay, let’s settle this Friday debate:

Which TWO would you choose?

No overthinking.
Just drop the numbers in the comments below.👇

I love questions like this because everyone’s answer is different depending on what matters most right now.

06/05/2026

Another fun baseball season in the books. Huge thanks to all the coaches and the league. We love Skyline baseball!

06/04/2026

Many homebuyers are sitting on the sidelines waiting for lower rates.

The challenge? Inflation is showing signs of heating up again, and mortgage rates don't always move the way people expect.

If your mortgage rate is above 6.5%, it may be worth reviewing your options now so you can make an informed decision.

A quick conversation could save you thousands.

DM me "RATE" for a quick review.

06/03/2026

After being turned down by multiple lenders, he thought the deal was dead.
With earnest money already on the line, the fear wasn't just missing out on the house. It was losing money, losing time, and having to start the entire process over.
The challenge?
A mix of W-2 and 1099 income.
Unfortunately, many lenders struggle with income that doesn't fit neatly into a standard box. Instead of finding a solution, they simply say no.
Fortunately, a referral led him to our team before he gave up.
We took the time to understand the full income picture, structured the file correctly, and helped get the loan approved.
If you've been told your income is too complicated, don't assume you're the problem.
Chances are, you're dealing with a lender who doesn't know how to properly structure a complex income file.
Before you walk away from the home you want, get a second opinion.
📩 DM "SECOND OPINION" if another lender has told you no.

06/03/2026

Most people think the mortgage process starts with an application and ends at closing.

At NEO, we see it differently.

Before you write an offer, we help you understand your goals, your options, and the strategy behind the numbers.

During the transaction, we focus on communication, clarity, and ex*****on so you are not left guessing what happens next.

After closing, we stay connected because becoming a homeowner is not the finish line. It is the beginning of a much bigger financial journey.

That is the difference between getting a loan and having a mortgage strategy.

If you are thinking about buying, moving, refinancing, or using your home equity more intentionally, the first step is not a quote. It is a conversation.

We’re ready when you are. ✅