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Self-Employed and Ready to Buy a Home? Here’s How Lenders Judge Your Hustle

So you’ve been out here grinding. LLC in the bio. Invoices flying. Taxes paid (hopefully). And now you’re ready to take that next big step: buying a home. Whether you’re aiming for that VA, FHA, USDA, or Conventional loan, there’s…

Before You Buy a House: Let’s Talk Upfront Fees (a.k.a. the “Not-So-Free” Part of Homebuying)

Look—buying a house in Texas is exciting. But just like that $20 you thought you’d spend at Target turning into $120, buying a home comes with some surprise charges too. I’m talkin’ upfront fees that are necessary, but often misunderstood.…

W-2 to 1099? Don’t Let That Job Switch Wreck Your Home Loan Dreams

So you’re out here trying to secure the bag and the house. Respect. Maybe your job offered you a switch to 1099 status—more freedom, bigger checks, fewer taxes upfront. Sounds like a win, right? Well… maybe or maybe not if…

🚨 Don’t Let Zelle Fumble Your Keys: Preparing A Bank Account 3 Months Before Buying a Home

You ever been this close to your dream house—already picturing the grill in the backyard, neighbors peeking at your fresh ā€œWelcome-ishā€ mat—only to get flagged by… your own bank statements?Ā  Yeah, it gets real. That random Cash App from your…

When Do Mortgage Documents Expire?

Because Yes, Lenders Are That Picky…You’ve gathered your paystubs, bank statements, and credit reports like a champion. You’re ready to buy a house! But wait—before you strut into the lender’s office with confidence, did you know these documents come with…

Down Payment vs. Closing Costs: What’s the Difference & How Much Do You Really Need?

So, you’re gearing up to buy a home in the Houston suburbs—maybe in Katy, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Cypress, Richmond, Fulshear, or Pearland—and you keep hearing about down payments and closing costs. But wait… aren’t they kinda the same thing?…

Special Purpose Credit Programs (SPCP) Cancelled: What This Means for Your Mortgage Rate and Down Payment

If you’re gearing up to buy a home in Katy, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Cypress, Richmond, Spring, Tomball, Fulshear, or Pearland, 2025 just threw a curveball your way. And no, it’s not a plot twist from a real estate reality…

Navigating the FHA’s New Residency Requirements: What Houston Suburb Homebuyers Need to Know

Hello, future homeowners of Katy, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Cypress, Richmond, Spring, Tomball, Fulshear, and beyond! If you’re dreaming of settling into a new house or home in one of Houston’s charming suburbs this summer, there’s a crucial update you…

FHA Appraisal Changes in 2025: What Houston Suburb Homebuyers Need to Know

If you’re looking to buy a home in Katy, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Richmond, Pearland, Fulshear, or Cypress, you may have heard that the FHA appraisal process just got a shake-up. But what does that actually mean for you? Are…

Child Support & Home Loans: What Every Houston-Area Buyer Needs to Know

Buying a home in Katy, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Cypress, Richmond, Fulshear, Pearland, or anywhere in the Houston suburbs? You’ve got your finances in check, your dream home in sight—but wait! Child support payments can play a bigger role in…

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