🔔 Episode Highlights Federal Reserve Update: No rate cut yet, but a small pause is expected around September. OHFA/Down Payment Assistance News: Changes effective July 1 simplify OHFA programs—now at 3.5% for FHA/VA/USDA, and 3% for Conventional. Turn-Time Trends: Processing times have grown—from a few days to 10 days, and potentially climbing to 13–14 days due to high volume. Homebuyer Pre-Approval Tips: Importance of being “ready” — credit, savings, and job stability — to position yourself to act quickly. Qualify Strategies for Thin Income or Credit Profiles: Tips on budget planning, boosting DTI, and OHFA qualification guidance. 💡 Why You Should Watch Packed with current-rate insights, actionable homebuyer preparation advice, and timing considerations to lock in better loan options in today’s mortgage market. 📲 Need Help? Reach out to Western Ohio Mortgage or your lender to confirm OFA eligibility or to update your pre-approval. 📲 Contact Adam Rose 📞 937-497-9662 📧 arose@westernohiomortgage.com 🌐 www.westernohiomortgage.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube for weekly updates 📱 TikTok: @the_mtg_guy 📘 Facebook: @TheMortgageGuy24 📸 Instagram: @adam.rose.92102 🏡 Licensed in OH, IN, MI, KY, TN & FL 💼 Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 💼 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301

In this episode, Adam breaks down non-QM loans and construction lending—two flexible options for today’s unique buyers and builders. 🏠 Topics Covered: ✔️ Bank statement loans for self-employed borrowers ✔️ DSCR loans for real estate investors ✔️ Financing non-warrantable condos (as little as 10% down!) ✔️ SmartEdge, SmartSelf, and SmartVest programs ✔️ Construction loan planning tips for 2025 builds ✔️ What to know if you’ve recently gone self-employed ✔️ How to avoid costly mistakes when building on your own land

💼 Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 💼 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301

In this episode of The Mortgage Guy Podcast, Adam breaks down the major July 1st updates to the OFA program (Ohio Housing Finance Agency) and how they impact homebuyers across Ohio. If you're a first-time homebuyer, an agent, or just exploring mortgage options in 2025, this episode covers everything from income limits to lower-than-market rates and turn-time warnings. 🔑 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Updated OFA DPA amounts: 3.5% for FHA/VA/USDA, 3% for Conventional 🏡 New income limits for targeted vs. non-targeted areas 💥 How straight OFA offers sub-market interest rates 👮‍♀️ Special Ohio Heroes program for service workers 🕒 OFA turn time expectations & disclosure best practices ⚠️ Credit score & DTI ratio eligibility criteria 📞 Why you might want to re-check your pre-approval ASAP 📩 Questions or suggestions? Drop a comment or reach out directly: arose@westernohiomortgage.com 🏡 Connect with Western Ohio Mortgage 📍 733 Fair Rd., Sidney, OH 45365 📞 Office: 937-497-9662 Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301