Lamont Hyde

Mortgage Broker

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Mortgage Applications Surge as Rates Drop

Mortgage Applications Surge as Rates Drop

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for a sign to jump into the market — here it is. Mortgage applications exploded last week, jumping nearly 30% from the week before, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. The refinance in

Sep 23, 2025 | Purchasing a Home Refinancing a Home Home Loans

Why Some Homebuyers Don’t Qualify for a Loan (and How to Fix It)

Why Some Homebuyers Don’t Qualify for a Loan (and How to Fix It)

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial moves you’ll ever make — and getting approved for the right mortgage is a key part of the process. Sometimes, though, buyers are surprised when they don’t qualify for a loan on their first tr

Sep 19, 2025 | Purchasing a Home Home Loans

Does Refinancing your Mortgage Make Sense?

Does Refinancing your Mortgage Make Sense?

Is your current mortgage rate still working for you? If you're paying more than necessary, now might be a good time to consider refinancing. Even a small drop in your interest rate can make a noticeable difference in your monthly payments — and your

Sep 16, 2025 | Interest Rates

Why Buying a Duplex Makes Financial Sense

Why Buying a Duplex Makes Financial Sense

Buying a duplex lets you live in one unit while collecting rent from the other. It's a smart way to reduce housing costs while building wealth through real estate. Why Duplex Living Makes Financial Sense Living in a duplex while renting the other unit can

Sep 09, 2025 | Purchasing a Home

The Home Loan Application: Your First Step to Homeownership

The Home Loan Application: Your First Step to Homeownership

For most families, buying a home is the biggest financial milestone of their lives. It’s exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. The very first step in your home buying journey is filling out a home loan a

Sep 04, 2025 | Purchasing a Home Home Loans

The Mortgage Spread is Shrinking

The Mortgage Spread is Shrinking

Have you been waiting for the perfect moment to buy your first home or refinance your current mortgage? Well, here's some news that might just make your day. The mortgage spread—that crucial gap between treasury yields and mortgage rates—has p

Sep 02, 2025 | Purchasing a Home