Ceasefire News Just Pushed Mortgage Rates Lower: What Buyers Need to Know Right Now
The ceasefire announcement between the US and Iran is creating downward pressure on oil prices and mortgage rates. Brandon Evans breaks down what the latest market movement means and why volatility st... ...more
Mortgage
April 09, 2026•3 min read
Why Mortgage Rates Are Higher Than They Should Be Right Now and What Buyers Should Do About It
A weak labor market should be pushing rates lower but the conflict with Iran is keeping them elevated. Brandon Evans explains what is driving today's rate environment and why locking in sooner rather ... ...more
Mortgage
April 02, 2026•4 min read
Should You Buy Now and Plan to Refinance Later? Here Is What Every Buyer Needs to Understand
Counting on a future refinance to make today's mortgage work is a risky strategy. Brandon Evans explains why buying with a 30 year mindset protects buyers and what the current rate environment actuall... ...more
Mortgage
April 01, 2026•4 min read
Can You Qualify for a Mortgage While on Maternity Leave? Here Is What You Need to Know
Being on maternity leave does not automatically disqualify you from getting a mortgage. Brandon Evans explains how income is verified during leave and what the qualification process actually looks lik... ...more
Mortgage
March 31, 2026•3 min read
When Does a Refinance Actually Make Sense? What Homeowners Need to Know Right Now
Refinance windows are narrower than ever and most homeowners miss them entirely. Brandon Evans explains why staying connected to the market is the only way to capture a rate opportunity before it clos... ...more
Mortgage
March 27, 2026•3 min read
Mortgage Rates Moved Up: What Buyers Under Contract Need to Know Right Now
Mortgage rates moved from just below 6 percent to around 6.5 percent in the past 30 days. Brandon Evans explains why planning for a worst case rate scenario before you submit an offer protects your cl... ...more
Mortgage
March 26, 2026•4 min read
