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

Buying a home in Queens? You’re going to hear a lot  of new terms at closing—and two of the most confusing are Title Insurance  and Homeowners Insurance . Even though both are essential parts of a smooth purchase, they protect you from totally different  risks. Here’s the breakdown every first-time buyer should know. 👇 ✅ What Is Title Insurance? Title insurance protects you from past problems  with the property’s ownership—issues that happened before  you b

If you’re thinking about buying a home, understanding your credit score is key. Different loans have different requirements: FHA Loans:  580+ Conventional Loans:  620+ No Income Check / Jumbo Loans:  700+ The good news? There are actionable steps you can take to help your score climb ⬆️ and improve your chances of mortgage approval. 5 Ways to Grow Your Credit Score Cut Utilization Keep each credit card’s balance between 10–30% of your limit. Pay down balances b

If you’re wondering whether now is the right time to refinance your mortgage, you’re not alone. Many homeowners are exploring refi options to lower monthly payments, reduce interest costs, or tap into savings opportunities especially with tools like a CEMA refinance , which can significantly reduce upfront expenses for New York borrowers. ✅ When a Refinance Makes Sense If your current mortgage rate is higher , a refinance could lower both your monthly payment   and  

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

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):

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

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

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

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

When exploring mortgage or loan options, you may come across something called a balloon payment   and it’s important to understand exactly what that means before you commit. A balloon payment  is a large lump sum due at the end of a short loan term , typically 5–10 years , after making lower monthly payments  that are calculated as if the loan were stretched over a longer amortization (like 30 years). This setup can make your payments more affordable upfront , which is great

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