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✅ Real Closed File Review – New Hyde Park, NY
Nassau County | Conventional 30-Year Fixed At LJ Mortgage Team Inc. , transparency matters. Every successful closing tells a story and this one is a great example of how strong financial structure, smart planning, and clear communication lead to smooth results. Below is a real closed file from New Hyde Park, NY , broken down so buyers and homeowners can see what a completed loan actually looks like at the closing table. 🏡 Property & Loan Snapshot Purchase Price: $825,000 Do
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Dec 30, 20252 min read


🔎 Real Closed File Review – East Meadow, NY 🏡
A clear example of what a strong, well-prepared mortgage file looks like and how it leads to a smooth, stress-free approval. 🏠 The Property & Purchase Snapshot 📍 Location: East Meadow, Nassau County 💰 Purchase Price: $815,000 🔻 Down payment: 30% ($244,500) 🏦 Loan Amount: $570,500 📄 Loan Type: Conventional Elite 30-Year Fixed This buyer came in strong with a substantial down payment, excellent credit, and clean financials giving them access to a competitive intere
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Dec 9, 20252 min read


Real Closed File Review – Florida ☀️🏡
Another successful closing in the Sunshine State! Our client secured a beautiful Florida property using a Non-QM loan the perfect solution for borrowers who may not fit traditional lending guidelines but are financially strong. Let’s break down this winning deal: 📊 Loan Snapshot 💰 Purchase Price: $507,000 🏦 Loan Amount: $405,600 📈 Interest Rate: 6.49% (Fixed) 💵 Principal & Interest: $2,561.00 📑 Estimated Escrow: $1,232
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Dec 4, 20252 min read


🏡 Real Closed File Review – Franklin Square, NY
Helping Self-Employed Buyers Achieve Homeownership in Nassau County Today’s file review is a perfect example of how flexible lending options can open doors for business owners who don’t fit traditional mortgage guidelines. This Franklin Square home purchase showcases how a Non-QM 24-Month Bank Statement Loan can make homeownership possible without W2s or tax returns. 📍 Property & Loan Snapshot Location: Franklin Square, NY (Nassau County) Purchase Pric
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Nov 21, 20252 min read


🏡 Real Closed File Review – Michigan
Every mortgage file tells a story and this Michigan family’s approval proves that with the right structure, the right strategy, and the right team, homeownership is possible , even when the numbers look challenging at first glance. 📌 Loan Snapshot 💰 Property Value: $608,000 🔻 Down payment: 20% 📉 Monthly Liabilities: $3,065 📊 Credit Score: 650 👨👩👧 Household Income: $161,000 🏡 Property Taxes: $10,000 📈 Interest Rate: 7.37% 💵 Monthly P&
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Nov 18, 20252 min read


🏡 Real Closed File Review – Indiana
At LJ Mortgage Team Inc. , we love celebrating real success stories from hardworking clients across the country. This recent closing in Indiana proves that being self-employed doesn’t have to stand in the way of homeownership! 💼 Loan Snapshot Loan Type: Non-QM 1099 Bank Statement Loan Purchase Price: $410,000 Down Payment: 25% Loan Amount: $307,500 Credit Score: 740 Income: $92,626 (verified through 24 months of bank statements) I
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Nov 13, 20252 min read


📈 Fed Cuts Rates — But Mortgage Rates Rise? Here’s Why.
Yesterday, the Federal Reserve announced a 0.25% rate cut , aiming to ease borrowing conditions and support economic growth. But if you were expecting mortgage rates to drop right along with it, you might’ve been surprised because mortgage rates actually went up. Confused? Let’s break down what’s really happening behind the headlines. 👇 💡 The Real Reason: Mortgage Rates Follow Bonds — Not the Fed Directly While the Fed’s benchmark rate affects short-term lending (l
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Oct 30, 20252 min read


🏡 Real Closed File Review – Rosedale, Queens 🏡
This latest LJ Mortgage Team Inc. closing highlights the power of strategic investing and smart financing! 💼 Investor Purchase: Single-family property (to be converted to 2-family) 💰 Purchase Price: $700,000 | Down payment: 30% 👥 Borrowers: 2 | Credit Score: 689 💵 Household Income: $353,949 | Business Owners 📉 Monthly Liabilities: $47K 📑 Property Taxes: $5,327 | HOI: $2,015 📈 Interest Rate: 6.75% 💳 P&I Payment: $3,178.13/month ⚠️ Prepayment Penalty (PPP):
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Oct 29, 20252 min read


🏡 Real Closed File Review – Franklin Square, NY 🏡
Another successful closing for the LJ Mortgage Team! Our client just secured their dream home in Franklin Square, NY , and we couldn’t be happier to be part of the journey. View Full Video at: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQMhtfWji-0/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 💰 Property Sold Price: $850,000 🛏️ 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms 📈 Interest Rate: 6.99% 💵 Closing Costs: $36,313 (~4.27% of the sale price) Here’s how the numbers break down for this beauti
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Oct 24, 20252 min read


🏡 Real Closed File Review – Bronx, New York
Success Story Spotlight! ✨ Even with just 5% down , our client a hardworking Staff Nurse achieved her dream of becoming a homeowner in the Bronx! 🙌 Here’s how the numbers came together : 💰 Purchase Price: $757,000 🏦 Down payment: 5% 📊 Credit Score: 740 👩⚕️ Occupation: Staff Nurse 💵 Household Income: $141,000 📉 Monthly Liabilities: $451 📑 Property Taxes: $5,372 🏠 Homeowners Insurance (HOI): $1,936 💰 Closing Costs: $29,000 (~3.83% of purchase price) 📈 In
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Oct 22, 20252 min read


🏡 Real Closed File Review – Yonkers, NY ✅
Another successful closing by the LJ Mortgage Team! 📍 Property Details Location: Yonkers, NY Type: 2-Family Property Bedrooms/Bathrooms: 6 Beds | 3 Baths Purchase Price: $795,000 Down payment: 20% Credit Score: 761 Interest Rate: 6.49% Monthly Payment (P&I): $4,015 Escrow: $967 Closing Costs: $39,932 (~5.02% of purchase price) 💼 Loan Program Non-QM 1099 Loan
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Oct 20, 20252 min read


✅ Real Closed File Review – Indiana 🏡
Another successful closing for the LJ Mortgage Team — helping investors make smart moves in the real estate market! 📍 Property Location: Indiana 💰 Property Value: $280,000 🔑 Down payment (20%): $56,000 📑 Closing Costs: $13,688.58 (~4.89% of purchase price) 📈 Interest Rate: 6.375% 💵 Monthly Payment (with Escrow): $1,839.33 📊 Loan Type: DSCR – Investment Property 📉 Credit Score: 740 🏠 Property Taxes: $3,759 | HOI: $1,543
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Oct 17, 20252 min read


✅ Real Closed File Review – Jamaica, Queens, NY
Another success story from the LJ Mortgage Team — turning homeownership dreams into reality right here in Jamaica, Queens! 🏡 Here’s how we helped this family secure their new home with confidence, even with a mid-600 credit score 👇 📍 Property Location: Jamaica, Queens, NY 🏡 Purchase Price: $775,000 💰 Down payment: 10% 👥 Two Borrowers | Credit Score: 678 📊 Household Income: $140,000 📉 Monthly Liabilities: $5,614 📑 Property Taxes: $5,757/year | Homeowne
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Oct 9, 20252 min read


✅ Real Closed File Review – Yonkers
At LJ Mortgage Team Inc. , we’re proud to help clients secure financing for homes that not only provide a place to live but also create opportunities for long-term financial growth. One of our recent closings was a 2-family home in Yonkers, NY the perfect example of how real estate can be both a home and an investment. 🏡 Property Snapshot Property Value: $650,000 Property Type: 2-Family Home Bedrooms/Bathrooms: 6 Beds | 2 Baths
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Sep 30, 20252 min read


🏡 Real Closed File Review – Brooklyn
At LJ Mortgage Team Inc ., we’re proud to celebrate every successful closing and this Brooklyn home purchase is a perfect example of how we help hardworking professionals achieve homeownership. ✅ The Deal at a Glance Property Value: $845,000 Down Payment: 20% Beds/Baths: 5 Beds | 3 Baths Closing Costs: $33,000 📊 Borrower Profile Credit Score: 740 Household Income: $136,000 Occupation: Registered Nurse 👩⚕️ Monthly Debt: Only $190 🏠 Property Expenses Annual Property
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Sep 24, 20252 min read


Real Closed File Review – Bellerose 🏡✅
At LJ Mortgage Team, every closed loan tells a story and this one highlights the power of DSCR Loans for real estate investors. 📍 The Deal: Bellerose Investment Property Loan Type: DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) Loan Property Value: $905,000 Down Payment: $226,250 (25%) Credit Score: 724 Property Taxes: $14,795 HOI (Homeowners Insurance): $2,353 Rental Income: $5,500 Monthly Mortgage (Including Taxes & Insurance): $5,940 DSCR Ratio: 0.
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Sep 17, 20252 min read


Real Closed File Review – Jamaica, Queens 🏡
Another successful closing with the LJ Mortgage Team Inc.! 🎉 This time, we’re celebrating a beautiful property in Jamaica, Queens...
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Sep 10, 20252 min read


🚛 From the Road to Homeownership: Indiana Success Story
At LJ Mortgage Team Inc. , we’re proud to help hardworking clients from all walks of life achieve their dream of homeownership. This recent closed file review in Indiana is a perfect example of how flexible mortgage solutions can make a big difference! 📂 Loan Snapshot Loan Program: Bank Statement Loan Purchase Price: $490,000 Down Payment: 21% Borrower: Truck Driver Credit Score: 762 Household Income: $77,000 Monthly Liability:
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Sep 5, 20252 min read


Understanding Your Loan Estimate – The LJ Mortgage Way 🏡
At LJ Mortgage Team Inc. , we break it all down so you know where you can save. Buying a home is exciting but let’s be honest, the paperwork can be overwhelming. One of the most important documents you’ll see during the mortgage process is your Loan Estimate . This three-page form outlines your estimated interest rate, monthly payment, and total closing costs. But here’s the thing not every number is set in stone . What’s Inside Your Loan Estimate S
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Aug 13, 20252 min read


📄 Loan Breakdown – Real Deal in Brooklyn! 🏙️
Buying a home in Brooklyn doesn’t have to feel like an impossible dream and here’s proof! This buyer just locked in an $830,000 property in Kings County with only 5% down . Here’s how the numbers came together : Credit Score: 740 ✅ Income: $213K (Union Worker) 💼 Loan Type: Conforming Conventional 30-Year Fixed Interest Rate: 7.375% Monthly Payment (CD): $6,515.42 Total Monthly Liabilities: $662.19 Property Taxes: $8,142.24 H
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Aug 9, 20251 min read
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