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08/28/2026

What does a 7.2% cap rate actually tell you about a real estate investment? 📊

A cap rate measures the annual unleveraged return a property may generate based on its net operating income and purchase price.

In this edition of Smart Money Minutes, Devin Peterson explains:

• How to calculate cap rate
• Why mortgage payments are not included in NOI
• What higher and lower cap rates may indicate
• Why a higher cap rate does not automatically mean a better investment

In this example:

$18,000 NOI ÷ $250,000 purchase price = 7.2% cap rate

Cap rate is an important starting point, but investors should also consider the property’s location, condition, expenses and overall risk.

Watch the video to see the full breakdown.

Mortgage Broker Only. Not a Mortgage Lender or Mortgage Correspondent Lender.
NMLSMB 2702926 | FL8108

08/26/2026

📉 Home prices increased, but homeowners still lost purchasing power

The latest S&P Cotality Case-Shiller Index showed that national home prices were 1.1% higher than one year earlier.

However, inflation during the same period was approximately 4.2%.

That means U.S. home values declined after adjusting for inflation for the 12th consecutive month.

The results also revealed a major regional divide:

• Chicago: +6.9% year over year
• New York: +4.2%
• Cleveland: +3.1%
• Tampa: -1.6%
• Seattle: -1.8%
• Las Vegas: -1.9%

A rising national index does not necessarily mean every homeowner or investor is experiencing the same appreciation.

Location, purchase price, property expenses and holding period can make a much greater difference than the national average.

Is your local market gaining value, or simply holding steady?

⚠️ Mortgage Broker Only, Not a Mortgage Lender or Correspondent Lender. NMLS MB2702926 | FL8108 | Licensed: CT, MA, ME, RI, NH, FL

08/23/2026

🏡 Mortgage demand moved, even though rates barely did.

Mortgage applications increased 3.6% in the latest weekly survey, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.

The breakdown:
• Purchase applications: +3%
• Refinance applications: +5%
• 30-year conforming mortgage rate measured by MBA: 6.77%

What makes this interesting?

The rate moved only slightly lower, yet both purchase and refinance activity responded.

For buyers and homeowners, this is a good reminder that waiting for a dramatic change in mortgage rates may not always be necessary.

A small rate movement can affect:
✅ Monthly payment
✅ Purchasing power
✅ Refinance savings
✅ Loan qualification
✅ Overall financing strategy

Instead of focusing only on whether rates are “up” or “down,” it can be more useful to run the numbers for your specific situation.

Are you waiting for a certain mortgage rate before buying or refinancing?

⚠️ Mortgage Broker Only, Not a Mortgage Lender or Correspondent Lender.
NMLS MB2702926 | FL8108 | Licensed: CT, MA, ME, RI, NH, FL.

08/20/2026

📍 Several New England housing markets ranked among the strongest in the country this summer

The Summer 2026 Wall Street Journal/Realtor.com Housing Market Ranking evaluated 200 metropolitan areas using housing demand, supply, affordability and broader economic conditions.

Three markets located within states served by ProAlpha Capital entered the top 20:

#5 — Springfield, Massachusetts
#7 — Manchester-Nashua, New Hampshire
#19 — Norwich-New London, Connecticut

The list was largely dominated by markets in the Midwest and Northeast, where comparatively attainable prices, tight inventory and stable local demand continue to support housing activity.

The results are another reminder that real estate conditions are highly regional.

A national market may appear slow while individual metropolitan areas remain competitive.

For buyers and investors, understanding the local market can be just as important as selecting the right property or financing structure.

Are you seeing continued competition in Massachusetts, New Hampshire or Connecticut?

⚠️ Mortgage Broker Only, Not a Mortgage Lender or Correspondent Lender. NMLS MB2702926 | FL8108 | Licensed: CT, MA, ME, RI, NH, FL

08/19/2026

🏘️ The national rental vacancy rate held at 7.3% during the second quarter

The latest Census Bureau data showed:
• Rental vacancy rate: 7.3%
• Homeowner vacancy rate: 1.2%
• U.S. homeownership rate: 65.0%

For rental property investors, the national vacancy rate provides useful context—but it should not replace local research.

Vacancy can vary significantly depending on the city, neighborhood, property type and rental price.

Before analyzing a rental property, consider:
✅ Comparable local rents
✅ Average time needed to find a tenant
✅ Possible leasing incentives
✅ Property management costs
✅ Maintenance and turnover expenses
✅ Cash reserves for unexpected vacancies

A property can appear profitable at full occupancy but produce very different results if it remains vacant for one or two months.

What are you seeing in your rental market: strong tenant demand or longer lease-up periods?

⚠️ Mortgage Broker Only, Not a Mortgage Lender or Correspondent Lender. NMLS MB2702926 | FL8108 | Licensed: CT, MA, ME, RI, NH, FL

08/18/2026

💵 Inflation eased in June, but household budgets remain under pressure

The latest Personal Consumption Expenditures data showed that annual inflation slowed from 4.1% in May to 3.7% in June.

Core PCE inflation, which excludes food and energy, was 3.3%.

During the same month:
• Personal income increased 0.2%
• Consumer spending increased 0.3%
• The personal saving rate fell to 2.7%

The numbers suggest that consumers are continuing to spend while maintaining a relatively limited financial cushion.

For homebuyers and investors, affordability involves more than qualifying for a loan.

A complete financial plan should also account for:
✅ Taxes and insurance
✅ Repairs and maintenance
✅ Emergency reserves
✅ Renovation costs
✅ Possible periods of vacancy
✅ Changes in household expenses

The goal should not simply be to complete a transaction. The financing and property should remain manageable after closing.

⚠️ Mortgage Broker Only, Not a Mortgage Lender or Correspondent Lender. NMLS MB2702926 | FL8108 | Licensed: CT, MA, ME, RI, NH, FL

08/17/2026

Can the property’s rental income help you qualify? 🏘️

A DSCR loan may allow a real estate investor to qualify primarily by examining the property’s expected cash flow rather than relying only on traditional personal-income documentation.

Here is a simplified example:

Monthly rental income: $2,400
Monthly property payment: $2,000

DSCR: 1.20

That means the property generates approximately $1.20 in rental income for every $1.00 of monthly debt obligation included in the calculation.

Depending on the program, lenders may also review:

✅ Credit profile
✅ Property type
✅ Down payment or equity
✅ Cash reserves
✅ Lease or market-rent documentation
✅ Previous investment experience

Exact calculations, minimum ratios and documentation requirements vary by program and property.

Have a rental property you are analyzing? Send us the numbers and we can discuss the available options.

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✉️ [email protected]
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⚠️ MORTGAGE BROKER ONLY. NOT A MORTGAGE LENDER OR MORTGAGE CORRESPONDENT LENDER.
NMLS MB2702926 | FL8108
Licensed in CT, MA, ME, RI, NH & FL.

08/14/2026

📊 Buyers have more options, but well-positioned homes are still moving

The latest weekly housing data showed that active inventory increased 2.7% compared with one year earlier.

The number of homes available for sale also remained above 1.1 million properties for the sixth consecutive week.

At the same time:
• Median listing prices were down 2.3% year over year
• Homes spent one day less on the market
• New listings were nearly unchanged from last year

This is an interesting combination.

More inventory may give buyers additional choices and negotiating room, but it does not mean every property will sit on the market.

Homes that are properly priced, well located and in good condition may still attract attention quickly.

For buyers, being prepared matters:

✅ Review financing before making an offer
✅ Understand the complete monthly payment
✅ Compare recent local sales
✅ Avoid assuming every seller is desperate to negotiate

⚠️ Mortgage Broker Only, Not a Mortgage Lender or Correspondent Lender. NMLS MB2702926 | FL8108 | Licensed: CT, MA, ME, RI, NH, FL

08/12/2026

The property needs work. Does the financing have to be complicated? 🔨

Buying a fixer-upper does not always mean financing the purchase and renovation separately.

Depending on the borrower, property and loan program, renovation financing may allow eligible acquisition and improvement costs to be included within one financing strategy.

It may be useful for projects involving:

✅ Kitchens and bathrooms
✅ Flooring and interior updates
✅ Roofing or major systems
✅ Property modernization
✅ Repairs needed before occupancy
✅ Improvements intended to increase functionality or value

Before moving forward, it is important to understand:

• The complete scope of work
• Contractor requirements
• Renovation budget
• Draw and inspection process
• Estimated completion timeline
• Property value after the improvements

The lowest purchase price is not always the best opportunity. Sometimes the value is in what the property can become.

📞 800-360-2175
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 proalphamtg.com

⚠️ MORTGAGE BROKER ONLY. NOT A MORTGAGE LENDER OR MORTGAGE CORRESPONDENT LENDER.
NMLS MB2702926 | FL8108
Licensed in CT, MA, ME, RI, NH & FL.

08/10/2026

Before applying for financing, know these four numbers. 🔢

You do not need to understand every mortgage term before starting the conversation.

But having these four numbers ready can make the process much easier:

1️⃣ Expected purchase price

How much are you considering offering for the property?

2️⃣ Available down payment

How much cash or equity do you expect to contribute?

3️⃣ Estimated monthly property expenses

Include taxes, insurance, HOA fees and expected rental expenses when applicable.

4️⃣ Your goal for the property

Primary residence, second home, long-term rental, short-term rental, renovation, fix and flip or commercial use?

The correct financing strategy depends on the full scenario—not only the advertised interest rate.

Send us the basic numbers and we can help you identify the questions that need to be answered next.

📞 800-360-2175
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 proalphamtg.com

⚠️ MORTGAGE BROKER ONLY. NOT A MORTGAGE LENDER OR MORTGAGE CORRESPONDENT LENDER.
NMLS MB2702926 | FL8108
Licensed in CT, MA, ME, RI, NH & FL.

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PO BOX 58
Sarasota, FL
34270

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