Mortgage Money Myths: How Much House Can I Afford Is Not the Same as How Much Can I Qualify For

August 18, 2026

Helping homebuyers and homeowners make smarter financial decisions, one mortgage question at a time. “Doug, how much house can I…

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August Ahwatukee Home Tour

August 14, 2026

@dougisyourlender 🌟 Another fantastic Ahwatukee Home Tour is in the books! Seven homes, a great group of agents and sponsors,…

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The Machine Behind the Mortgage: What Rocket’s Record Growth Looks Like From the Inside

August 10, 2026

Rocket just reported its most profitable quarter in four years. The numbers are impressive. Rocket closed $49.1 billion in mortgage…

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A Conversation Between a Tax Advisor and a Mortgage Lender

August 7, 2026

The Smarter Mortgage Series Professional Perspectives Where trusted professionals share practical advice to help homeowners make smarter financial decisions. Helping…

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Mortgage Money Myths: Should Self Employed Borrowers Write Off Everything?

July 31, 2026

The Smarter Mortgage Series Helping homeowners make smarter financial decisions, one mortgage question at a time. Every Realtor knows one.…

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Mortgage Money Myths: Should You Wait for Interest Rates to Drop Before Buying?

July 24, 2026

The Smarter Mortgage Series Helping homeowners make smarter financial decisions, one mortgage question at a time. Every week someone tells…

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New prescription available… it’s called VAL

July 24, 2026

@dougisyourlender 🚨 New prescription available… it's called VAL. 😄 Had a little fun filming this one with my team lead,…

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The VA Home Loan Roadmap: A Guide for Active Duty, Veterans, and Military Families

July 17, 2026

The Smarter Mortgage Series Helping homeowners make smarter financial decisions, one mortgage question at a time. After twenty years in…

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Seven Ways Buyers Are Making Homes More Affordable in 2026

July 10, 2026

The Smarter Mortgage Series Helping homeowners make smarter financial decisions, one mortgage question at a time. Welcome to The Smarter…

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July Ahwatukee Home Tour

July 9, 2026

@dougisyourlender Another fantastic Ahwatukee Home Tour is in the books! Eight beautiful homes, 106° Arizona heat, and an incredible group…

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