Squeeze Your Smartphone Storage
Phone software updates often require you to free up space on your smartphone. But if you’re like most users, photos and videos probably take up the most space on your phone, and deleting... »
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What You Want to Know About Florida Condo Financing
If you are interested in purchasing a condo in Florida and are considering applying for a mortgage, you should know that financing Condos can be difficult. What most buyers do not understand is... »
Extraordinary Closing Costs for Extraordinary People With Homes For Heroes
HomeBridge Financial Services and The Jamie Zeitz Team’s mission is to provide extraordinary savings to heroes who provide extraordinary services to our nation and our communities every day! Homes for Heroes, Inc. is the largest... »
#1 Myth About Buying a Home
It’s time to put this myth to rest. We talk to countless potential homebuyers about what it takes to buy a home, some that have even educated themselves on the process and still... »
How To Buy A Home With Little Or No Money Down!
One of the major reasons potential home buyers stay out of the real estate market is the affordability of down payment and closing costs. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial purchases... »
Debunking The Myth of Homebuying
A recent study by the National Association of Realtors shows that first time homebuyers currently make up 32% of all home buyers. Compare this number to the historical average of 40%, this is... »
Are you Paying Too Much Rent?
If you are renting in the Tampa Bay Area the news is not good. The median rental amount paid in Pinellas County is currently at $1400 month according to Tampa Bay Times. That... »
DON’T LET RISING PRICES SINK YOUR HOME OWNERSHIP DREAMS!!!
Many experts are predicting home prices will rise over the next year. While that is good news for current home owners, it is a negative for renters on the fence about... »
Obsolete House and 203(k) Renovation Loan
203(k) Renovation Loan on a Functionally Obsolete Property Example of 203(k) Renovation Loan This is an example of an FHA 203(k) Renovation Loan on a functionally obsolete home that was a... »
Break the Ice Like a Networking Star
Opening up a dialogue at a networking event, and keeping your intentions for business development clear, is easier than it may appear. While the most effective opener is, in fact, saying "hi" and... »
The Mortgage Dean: Mortgage Interest Rates 2017
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: The Documentation Checklist
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Do You Need A Second Opinion?
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: HomeBridge HomeBuyers Club
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Loan: Renovation Loans
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Expanded Plus Loan
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Earnest Money- What You Need to Know!
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Initial Disclosures
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Student Loans & Mortgages
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: The Loan Process Series
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: How Do Referrals Work?
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: USDA Loans
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: GA Dream
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Do’s and Dont’s of Mortgage Application Series
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Cash to Close Series
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: I Own a Home and Want to Buy a Home Series
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: More on Credit
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Credit Reports
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Credit
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
The Mortgage Dean: Your Credit Report
Hey Folks! I'm Dean Bendall, the Mortgage Dean, with HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. I upload videos every Thursday to bring you tips helpful information regarding home loans. Be sure to give this video... »
FHA Reducing Annual Insurance Premiums
As the nation’s housing market continues to improve, U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro announced today the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) will reduce the annual premiums most borrowers will pay by... »
Bad Habit Busters
Establishing habits is how our brains simplify tasks, saving time and energy for more important matters. The only problem is not-so-healthy patterns can develop into habitual behaviors we would rather not have. Here are... »
Beat the Winter Break Blues
Taking a little extra time to make days off more special for kids doesn't have to cost a lot of money. Use these activity ideas as a winter fun springboard! Fortify the fun. A favorite... »
Can Student Loans Affect VA Loans?
Nearly 70% of College graduates have some sort of student loan debt, with an average of $37,000 in 2016. Just like any other debt, your student loans will be considered in your debt-to-income... »
Delightful December Drinks
Even if the weather outside is not so frightful, there's nothing like curling up by a fire with a good book and a nice warm beverage. We've chosen three special concoctions perfect for... »
2017 San Diego VA Loan Limits
The 2017 VA Loan Limits have been released. The VA loan program does not have a maximum amount a veteran can borrow using a VA loan. For 2017, the ZERO down payment limit will... »
10 Habits of Financially Stable People
Here’s how to protect your finances to have the money you need. Save. Spend less than you earn and put the extra away. Budget. Make a budget to have a framework for what you spend. ... »
Renovation Editorial – Top Agent Magazine
Five Year Renovation Program Anniversary
I cannot believe it has been five years since we launched HomeBridge’s renovation platform. We started a new journey into the world of renovation lending on April 1, 2011 (yes, April Fools’ Day).... »