Converse Lending Team/Close It With Converse

10/16/2026

Waiting can feel like the safest strategy. But the market you're hoping for may not be the easiest one to buy in. Understanding today's opportunities can be just as important as predicting tomorrow's headlines.

10/16/2026

Too soon for Christmas music? For sure. Too soon to start planning for a home? Never. 🎄

10/15/2026

Not every homebuying habit is helping you get closer to home. Let’s break a few.

10/13/2026

A mortgage rate shows up on paperwork. The moments that make a house feel like home happen everywhere else. Sometimes it's worth looking beyond the number and remembering why you started house hunting in the first place.

10/12/2026

If you’re paying rent, you're already making a housing payment every month. The question isn't whether homeownership costs money. It's whether it fits where you want to be a few years from now.

10/10/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Lorie Converse by Ashley S - 10/10 experience working with Lorie! Thank you for everything

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10/08/2026

Everyone's watching rates. Fewer people are paying attention to what happens when rates fall: more buyers enter the market, competition picks up, and prices can rise.
The goal isn't to time the market perfectly. It's to understand the trade-offs of waiting. Ready to explore your options? Let's chat.

10/08/2026

Your home's value matters long before you're ready to sell. For many homeowners, equity becomes one of the most powerful financial tools they have. The key is understanding what options may be available and whether they align with your goals. A conversation today could help you make more informed decisions down the road.

10/06/2026

Flexibility looks different for real estate investors. Investor Plus allows eligible borrowers to finance up to 90% of an investment property's value, helping keep more capital available for future opportunities and portfolio growth.*

*For qualified borrowers. Additional restrictions apply. Subject to credit approval and must meet all agency and investor guidelines. 85% financing on 2–4 units. Programs, rates, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. Reach out to a loan officer.

10/05/2026

Not every factor that affects your mortgage rate is out of your hands.

Your credit score, job history, down payment, and loan type can all impact the rate you receive. The good news? These are things you can start working on before you ever begin house hunting.