Linda Maxwell at Guaranteed Rate NMLS # 2611

05/28/2026

You can buy a house with student loan debt. What matters is your debt-to-income ratio, your credit score, your down payment size, and which loan type you use.

FHA, VA, USDA, and conventional loans all handle student loan payments differently when calculating DTI. If you are trying to figure out where you stand, this is a good starting point:

05/26/2026

Financial wellness comes down to a few key habits: understanding your monthly expenses, building a budget you can stick to, keeping an emergency fund, reducing debt strategically, and investing in long-term goals.

If you want a clear framework for getting there, this article covers all of it: http://ms.spr.ly/6181vkT9R

From short-term goals to long-term planning, financial wellness involves understanding your needs and making plans. Learn more and download the Rate App today.

05/25/2026

Home of the free, because of the brave. Today, we remember their sacrifice.

05/22/2026

Take control with the Rate App. Get all the tools you need for physical, emotional and financial health all in one place

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05/20/2026

A glimpse into the fun. Military Appreciation Night at Rate Field was an evening to remember. Thank you to everyone who came out.

05/19/2026

Let’s talk timing. Rising home prices and relatively low inventory could affect the math on when it’s the right time to buy. If you’ve got a house in mind, let’s chat about how to use the market in your favor.

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05/16/2026

Military Appreciation Night at Rate Field was a huge success. Grateful to the service members, veterans, and military families who give so much to our communities every day. 🇺🇸

05/14/2026

Fast, simple and designed for Veterans, a VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) could help you refi in just days, while lowering your interest rate and skipping extra paperwork.

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05/13/2026

If your goal is a lower monthly payment, mortgage points might be part of the strategy. The key is knowing whether paying more now actually benefits you long term. That’s where I come in.

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05/12/2026

Think you’ve found your dream home? I’ll help you make sure the numbers are in sync. The appraisal is where value gets verified and where strategy matters most. I’ll guide you through your options so nothing catches you off guard.

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05/11/2026

Rate is committed to serving those who've served us, which is why we waive VA loan fees at close for Veterans and active duty service members. On May 15, we’re taking that commitment to Rate Field for our annual Military Appreciation Night.

Swipe to see this year’s Military Honorees. The evening will feature a National Anthem performance by the U.S. Marine Corps, a special drop-in from All Veteran Group (the U.S. Army's elite parachute demonstration team) and post-game fireworks. It's one night that reflects our year-round promise: to stand with Veterans, active duty members and their families.

See you there!

05/11/2026

If you’re on the hunt for your next home, I’ve got some great news. In short, sales are shifting in buyers’ favor and mortgage rates are down from last year. The next step is to use these conditions to your advantage, and I’m here to help with that.

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05/07/2026

At Rate, we're committed to serving those who served, offering VA loan benefits including no minimum FICO and multiple loan options. You may have more opportunities than you think. Buy or refi** with us today.

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05/06/2026

Most buyers don’t have 20% down, they just think they need it. That assumption keeps people waiting longer than they have to. If that’s what’s holding you back, let’s talk through what may actually be possible.

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05/05/2026

Same app, two POVs. One way to find total wellness.

05/05/2026

Marty Preston, former Benchmark President of Retail, is bringing his business to Rate’s Profit and Loss Platform.

After building his team to almost $1B in annual volume in just three years, Marty Preston decided to move his business to a platform to best support his future growth. He reviewed more than 20 lenders and chose Rate’s Profit and Loss Platform.

His criteria? The things that actually help leaders grow: technology, underwriting consistency, marketing support, pricing, and most importantly, the ability to close loans.

Rate ranked #1 across his criteria.

Welcome to Rate, Marty. The next chapter starts now.

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05/05/2026

Good news for buyers and sellers: home prices rose in 71% of metro markets in Q1, showing many homeowners may still have strong equity to work with. At the same time, typical monthly mortgage payments were down from last quarter and last year, giving buyers a little more room to plan their next move.

See what the latest data could mean for you: http://ms.spr.ly/6181vzxDh

05/04/2026

May the 4th protect this house.

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04/29/2026

The Fed held rates steady today and that kind of consistency can create opportunity. When the market pauses, smart strategy matters more than ever.

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04/23/2026

The spring homebuying season moves fast. Preparation keeps you steady. When you understand your numbers, you make stronger moves in competitive markets. If you’re planning a spring purchase, let’s build a plan that strengthens your offer.

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