Mortgage Minute
Welcome to our Resources page—your go-to destination for the latest product news, mortgage insights, and industry updates. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, refinancing your loan, or exploring market trends, we’ve got you covered with expert advice and up-to-date information. Stay informed and make confident financial decisions with our trusted mortgage resources.
⏰Why Waiting to Buy Can Cost More Than You Think
A lot of buyers today feel torn—rates bounce around, headlines change daily, and “waiting just a little longer” feels safe. ⏳ But when you zoom out, the long-term math tells a clearer story: waiting has a cost too.
🎯7 Questions Every Buyer Should Ask Before Picking a Lender
Choosing the right lender isn’t about rates — it’s about guidance, communication, and finding a partner who puts your goals first. 💡
Your Essential Guide to 1031 Exchanges
A 1031 exchange lets investors sell an investment property, reinvest the proceeds, and defer capital gains taxes. It’s one of the most powerful tools for long-term wealth building — especially when you have the right team behind you.
Cromford Report
The Cromford Report is a Detailed Analysis of the Phoenix Metro Housing Market. While Many of Our Partners & Clients are in different areas, Phoenix often starts housing trends and thus we think the information is valuable regardless of your market. **Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get exclusive insight and information.
🚦The Escrow Speed Trap
Escrow can move fast — unless a few common roadblocks slow everything to a crawl. Here’s how to avoid the delays
🏁What “Clear to Close” Really Means
You’ve made it through underwriting and your lender just said the magic words—“Clear to Close!” Find out what that means, what happens next, and how to keep your closing on track.
Proudly ServingThose Who've Served
This Veterans Day, whether you or someone you know has served, it’s the perfect time to learn about one of the most powerful benefits available to our nation’s heroes — the VA Home Loan.
🌞 Why Solar Makes Sense in the Valley of the Sun
In the Valley of the Sun, solar panels aren’t just eco-friendly—they’re wallet-friendly. Whether you’re adding solar or buying a home that already has it, here’s what you need to know.
The Truth About Condos (and Why Lenders Ask So Many Questions)
Not all shared-wall homes are created equal — here’s how condos, townhouses, and PUDs differ and why that matters for your mortgage approval.
Manufactured Housing 101
Manufactured homes are making a comeback—here’s what you need to know before you buy one. 🏠
🚪Multi-Family Homes
Multi-family homes can help you live smarter, earn more, and maybe even keep family close — here’s how.
🏡 Seller Concessions: A Win-Win for Buyers, Sellers & Agents
Seller concessions are back in 2025 — showing up in nearly half of Phoenix contracts — and they’re helping both buyers and sellers close deals faster
💸 Escrow, Prepaids & Closing Costs: What’s the Real Difference?
Escrow and prepaids are often bundled with your closing costs, but they’re not fees—they’re the upfront costs of homeownership.
📕Don’t Confuse the Fed with Your Mortgage Rate
The Fed sets the tone, but mortgage rates play their own tune—here’s where they are now, why Arizona often runs higher, and what’s next through 2026.
Rent Checks Build Wealth… But Not Yours
The average U.S. homeowner is now 43 times wealthier than the average renter—and the gap is only widening. 📊
🌽 USDA Loans
USDA loans are one of the last true $0 down programs—making rural and suburban homeownership affordable without years of saving.
🏡 Appraisal or Inspection?
An appraisal tells the lender what a home is worth, while an inspection tells you what’s going on inside the walls 🐼 — and yes, you usually need both.
🩺Avoid the DIY Diagnosis
Whether it’s your first home or your third, don’t let “Uncle Frank” diagnose your mortgage needs—trust a Loan Doctor who does this every day.
Homeowners Insurance Rates Are Rising—Here’s Why
Homeowners insurance premiums are on the rise across the U.S.—here’s what’s driving the trend and what homeowners can do to stay informed.
💳What Counts as Debt?
💡 Buy Now, Pay Later may feel harmless, but it’s quickly becoming a real factor in your mortgage approval — and your DTI could be the deciding vote.