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How the Sharing Economy Is Changing Mortgage Underwriting

December 30, 2025 by Rilian Ball

The rise of the sharing economy has changed the way many people work, earn, and budget. Income from rideshare driving, freelance projects, short-term rentals, and delivery apps has become a normal part of modern finances. These new income streams are helpful for building savings and paying bills, but they also affect how lenders view your mortgage application. Understanding how the sharing economy influences underwriting can help you prepare for a smooth approval process. Know How Lenders View … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Buying 101, Mortgage Tips, Sharing Economy

How Real-Time Income Verification Is Changing Mortgage Approval

December 26, 2025 by Rilian Ball

Mortgage approval used to require weeks of gathering documents, submitting pay stubs, waiting for HR departments to respond, and hoping everything lined up perfectly. Today, more lenders are moving toward real-time income verification, a faster and more accurate way to confirm your income during the mortgage process. This shift is making the approval timeline smoother for buyers and giving lenders a clearer picture of your financial situation. Understand What Real-Time Income Verification … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage Approval, Mortgage Tips, Real Time Verification

How Medical Collections Affect Mortgage Approval

December 24, 2025 by Rilian Ball

Medical bills are one of the most common reasons people face unexpected debt, and many borrowers are surprised when they see a medical collection appear on their credit report. Even though medical debt is often caused by emergencies rather than irresponsible spending, it can still impact your mortgage application. Understanding how lenders view medical collections can help you prepare, protect your credit, and move confidently toward homeownership. Know How Medical Collections Appear on Your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Medical Collections, Mortgage Approval, Mortgage Tips

How Buy Now Pay Later Debt Can Affect Your Mortgage Application

December 23, 2025 by Rilian Ball

Buy Now Pay Later services have become a popular way to spread out small purchases, and for many buyers, these plans feel harmless. The payment amounts are usually small, the approval process is quick, and the apps are easy to use. What many future homebuyers do not realize is that Buy Now Pay Later activity can affect a mortgage application in ways that may not be obvious. Understanding how this type of debt shows up in your financial profile can help you prepare before you apply for a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Budgeting Tips, Mortgage Education, Mortgage Tips

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