If you want to get the best rates, you need to be prepared when you’re seeking pre-approval on a mortgage.  That means being a little more assertive than normal when it comes to speaking with a mortgage professional.  This helps you collect information about the mortgage process and evaluate the data  – before making one […]

Increased optimism that a Greek bailout package will be approved on Monday caused investors to shift to riskier assets, which was negative for mortgage rates. Mixed US growth and inflation data had little net impact. Mortgage rates ended the week a little higher. After several weeks of uncertainty, it appears that European officials are close […]

With little US economic news this week, investors focused most of their attention on Europe, where Greece is attempting to avoid a debt default. A lack of progress in Greece late in the week caused a minor flight to safety, and mortgage rates ended slightly lower than last week. For most of the week, it […]

The most significant influence on mortgage rates this week was Friday’s Employment report, which was much stronger than expected. Events in Europe have had less impact on US markets in recent weeks. While mortgage rates moved lower early in the week, they ended the week a little higher. Friday’s Employment data exceeded expectations in nearly […]

If you’re thinking about obtaining a mortgage in Michigan, now is probably the best time to make a move.  The demand for foreclosures in Michigan continues to remain high but the number of available foreclosures – particularly those that are attractive to first time buyers  – are steadily dwindling. Bank Repossessions are Down Last Quarter […]

After the credit crunch between 2008 and 2009, it’s no surprise that people tend to get confused about the qualification process involved with getting a mortgage in Michigan. It certainly doesn’t help home buyers when the mortgage market changes so quickly, and the population of misinformation on the web only makes matters worse. Here are […]

Four years after the United States went through an economic scare and first-time home buyers in Michigan still feel like they’re feeling the pinch.  Many are finding it still difficult to obtain a mortgage after years of easy credit – the market isn’t the same anymore but if you’re trying to obtain a mortgage in Michigan, […]

  My name is Marc Edelstein and I possess 17 + years of originating home loans. I have built my business using three core values; honesty, integrity, and exceptional customer service. Honesty is the cornerstone of these values, without it, I would have not been fortunate enough to assist several hundred families with their home financing. [...]