Buying a home as a veteran in Oregon should be more straightforward, but the options and fine print can make your head spin. ODVA home loans are special mortgage programs for eligible Oregon veterans that often come with lower rates…
Running your own business offers freedom, but documenting income for a mortgage can get complicated—especially when tax returns don’t tell the whole story. A bank statement mortgage lets self-employed borrowers use their business or personal bank statements to prove income…
Washington Is 1 of Only 8 States Where Home Prices Fell — Here’s Where Portland Stands By Matt Jolivette, CMC® — Associated Mortgage Brokers | Portland, OR | July 2026 Short answer: Home prices fell in only 8 states over…
Trying to pick between a conventional loan and an FHA loan can feel like standing at a fork in the road, both with pros and cons you can’t quite see yet. The key difference is that conventional loans are not…
Buying a home as a veteran or active-duty service member is a big step, but figuring out how the VA loan process really works can be confusing. **A VA home loan is a mortgage backed by the Department of Veterans…
Overpaying for a Mortgage in Oregon? What the Bankrate Study Doesn’t Tell You By Matt Jolivette of Associated Mortgage Brokers · Mortgage Broker, CMC · July 11, 2026 · NMLS# 90661 Short answer A new Bankrate study says 90% of…
Buying a high-value home in Portland or the surrounding area is a big step, and figuring out how to finance it can feel like a maze. A jumbo mortgage is a home loan that exceeds conforming loan limits set for…
Finding a home as someone who owns their own business can feel like running into a wall, especially when traditional mortgage income rules don’t tell your whole story. A bank statement loan lets self-employed buyers use deposits from their bank…
Buying a home after your service should be straightforward, but the details around veteran loan options in Oregon can get confusing fast. **An ODVA home loan is a state-backed mortgage for eligible Oregon veterans, offering benefits and flexibility beyond the…
Buying a home is a huge step, and if you’re caught between loan options, you’re not alone. **A conventional loan is a mortgage not backed by the federal government, while an FHA loan is insured by the Federal Housing Administration…
