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What to Know About Fractional Homeownership and Mortgages

January 8, 2026 by Rilian Ball

Fractional homeownership is becoming more popular as buyers look for creative ways to enjoy a second home or vacation property without taking on the full cost. Instead of owning one home entirely, you purchase a fraction of the property and share ownership with several other people. While the idea sounds simple, fractional ownership comes with unique rules, financing challenges, and long-term commitments that every buyer should understand before moving forward. Understand How Fractional … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Fractional Ownership, Mortgage Tips, Vacation Homes

Mortgages for Parents With Young Kids and What to Consider

January 7, 2026 by Rilian Ball

Buying a home when you have young kids brings unique challenges, but it also creates opportunities to build stability for your family. Your priorities might look different from other homebuyers, and your financial decisions may need to reflect the needs of a growing household. By planning ahead and understanding what matters most, you can choose a mortgage that supports your budget, your lifestyle, and your long-term goals as a parent. Consider How Your Monthly Budget Will ChangeRaising young … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Family Finances, Home Buyers, Mortgage Tips

Mortgage Impacts of Using Venmo, Cash App, or PayPal for Income

January 6, 2026 by Rilian Ball

More people are earning money through freelancing, side gigs, digital work, consulting, and online sales. Because of this, it is common for income to flow through platforms like Venmo, Cash App, or PayPal instead of traditional direct deposits. While these tools make it easy to get paid, they can also affect your mortgage application in ways many buyers do not expect. Understanding how lenders view these platforms can help you prepare long before you apply for a home loan. Know How Lenders View … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: First Time Buyers, Mortgage Tips, Self-employed Buyers

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 5th, 2026

January 5, 2026 by Rilian Ball

With the only notable item on the schedule being the release of the Federal Reserve minutes, which reflect the current stance of the Fed, virtually nothing has changed since the last rate cut. The Federal Reserve is expected to continue its wait-and-see approach. Primary Mortgage Market Survey Index 15-Yr FRM rates saw a decrease of -0.06% with the current rate at 5.44% 30-Yr FRM rates saw a decrease of -0.03% with the current rate at 6.15% MND Rate Index 30-Yr FHA rates saw no change for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

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  • What to Know About Fractional Homeownership and Mortgages
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  • Mortgage Impacts of Using Venmo, Cash App, or PayPal for Income
  • What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 5th, 2026

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