July 30, 2021The Mortgage Voice
Why Are Appraisal Protocols So Inconsistent?
Jeff sheds light on the manner in which Covid has driven the backlog of home appraisals and created the perplexing duality of low-interest rates/high...
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Host Jeff Barton explores topics related to the real estate and mortgage business, from how to get a mortgage to programs available across the spectrum of borrowers. The market is constantly changing and so are the rates, qualifications, and range of products available – tune in for the latest news and information.
July 30, 2021
July 23, 2021The Mortgage Voice
The Ripple Effects of Covid and Weather on Real Estate
Jeff investigates how Covid, weather-related incidents, and natural disasters are impacting both the loan application process and the national real...
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July 21, 2021The Mortgage Voice
An Interesting Summer in the Housing Market
In this episode, Jeff explores the factors involved in creating this most unusual housing market. What programs are advantageous today compared to...
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July 14, 2021The Mortgage Voice
Big Surprises and Breakthroughs in the Bond Market
Jeff discusses the bond market’s unexpected turn, which was the polar opposite of expectations. How does that correlate to the availability of...
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June 25, 2021The Mortgage Voice
Is Real Estate a Contact Sport?
Jeff makes sense of the confusing information surrounding the loan-making process and how to best navigate through it. Guests Noah Schuffman and Bill...
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June 18, 2021The Mortgage Voice
There’s More to a Good Rate Than Just the Lowest Number
Jeff details the elements that go into determining how you qualify for the lowest rate – what makes up the rates, how credit scores are used, and the...
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June 8, 2021The Mortgage Voice
Should You Refi?
Jeff explains how interest rates are set, noting the 10-year bond’s performance as a crucial component, and why he believes we’re in an artificial...
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June 3, 2021The Mortgage Voice
Unusual Factors Affecting Homeownership
Jeff discusses the problem of the surplus of available jobs relative to negative population growth and how that translates into difficulties in...
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May 27, 2021The Mortgage Voice
Is Speed an Advantage in Getting the Best Possible Loan?
Jeff weighs the pros and cons of trying to get a home loan quickly vs. taking time to get help with researching one that is tailored to your...
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May 11, 2021The Mortgage Voice
Don’t Settle for a Cookie-Cutter Loan
Jeff stresses the importance of finding the right loan officer for your situation and being honest with them during the application process,...
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