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In a recent episode of “The Loan Officer Podcast,” co-hosts Dustin Owen and John Coleman discuss key tips for loan officers when engaging in small talk with prospective clients. Owen and Coleman ...

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Interest rates are high and housing supply is low, making this a tough housing market but one that's not impossible to navigate, experts say. There are still many ways to maximize a budget if you’re a ...

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Boosting your FICO credit score as a pathway to a lower mortgage payment is easier than you might think. Hopefully, the tips in this column will help you. First, a brief explanation of a FICO credit ...

Sticky inflation and high interest rates continue to take a toll on Americans’ wallets. A new Achieve survey found that 1 in 3 consumers say their debt, including mortgages, is “unmanageable” in 2025.