Mortgage Blog

Real Talk Ep 8: How Realtors Can Lead the Battle for Affordable Housing

With a robust experience spanning over 20 years in the Portland real estate market, including founding Inhabit Real Estate, Eric Hagstette delves into his journey from a “corporate upbringing” to becoming a seasoned expert in the field. Hear the invaluable lessons he learned from adhering to a simple yet effective business plan, which played a […]

Real Talk Ep 7 with Ann Garcia: Funding College for Children, Financial Planning, & Homeownership!

Welcome to another episode of ‘Real Talk’ with your host, Evan Swanson, Senior Loan Officer and Certified Financial Planner™. In this interview, we connect with Ann Garcia, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ with Independent Progressive Advisors and the author of “How to Pay for College: A complete guide to funding your child’s education.” If you have […]

Real Talk 5 with Diana Colin: Real Estate Change & Financial Tools

Here is my latest ‘Real Talk’ episode with Diana Colin of the Portland Metropolitan Association of Realtors. With more than 38 years of experience in the real estate industry, Diana Colin shares what has and hasn’t changed over the years and how her newer role as the Professional Standards Administrator with the Portland Metropolitan Association […]

How are loan pre-approvals determined?

Understanding Mortgage Pre-Approvals! Watch our short video to demystify the process behind mortgage loan pre-approvals. Learn how lenders evaluate your financial profile to determine your eligibility and potential loan amount. Knowledge is power! #mortgagepreapproval #HomeBuyingTips #Finance101 #RealEstateAdvice #LoanApproval #FinancialLiteracy #HomeOwnershipGoals #SmartInvesting #PropertyMarket #HouseHunting #CreditScoreMatters #BudgetingTips

Real Talk 4 with Steve Scanlon: How to adapt and thrive through change!

Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation between Evan Swanson of Guild Mortgage and Steve Scanlon, CEO & Founder of Rewire Inc.! In just 45 minutes, Steve delves into the complexities of the human brain and its impact on Realtors adapting to new business models. He highlights the innate desires for familiarity, habituation, being right, […]

Real Talk 3 with Robin Springer: Tips from Former Litigation Attorney, Turned Real Estate Broker

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Robin Springer, a seasoned real estate broker here in Portland, to dive into her journey and insights into the ever-changing real estate market! With over a decade of experience, Robin seamlessly blends her background as a litigation attorney with her passion to serve others to help them […]