As the year comes to a close, many homebuyers start getting serious about their financial plans for the upcoming year. Whether your goal is to purchase your first home or upgrade to a new one, a mortgage prequalification is one of the…
As temperatures drop in New England, preparing your property for the colder months becomes essential—not just for comfort, but for safety and cost savings. Understanding how to winterize your home before the first major freeze helps prevent unnecessary repairs, avoid mid-storm shortages,…
At MBA Mortgage, we believe great loan officers aren’t just born — they’re built through the right combination of training, teamwork, and opportunity. This team's "loan officer job" is designed to help motivated professionals grow in any market, whether you’re just…
The federal government officially entered a shutdown on October 1, 2025 — now referred to as the Government Shutdown 2025 — after Congress failed to reach a budget agreement by the September 30 deadline. While the headlines are dominated by…
Refinancing can feel like one of those big financial decisions that lingers in the back of your mind. You know it might save you money, but the timing never feels obvious. With refinance rates today shifting up and down and…
Buying a home is exciting, but it also comes with serious questions: Am I ready to buy? Can I handle the responsibility of a mortgage? How much house can I afford without stretching too thin? Answering these questions isn’t just about…
When it comes to financing real estate, not everyone fits the mold of a traditional mortgage. Fortunately, there are loan programs designed specifically to meet the needs of investors, self-employed professionals, and borrowers with nontraditional income. Known as Non-QM (non-qualified mortgage)…
When you’re buying a home, you face countless decisions: where to live, what price range to target, which features matter most, and—perhaps most importantly—how to finance the purchase. For many buyers, the mortgage process is the most intimidating part. With dozens…
If you’re getting ready to buy a home, chances are you’ve already Googled “mortgage rates” or “best mortgage lenders near me.” That’s where most people start. But here’s the truth: shopping for a mortgage is more complex than simply chasing the lowest advertised…
