🔔 This Week on The Mortgage Guy Podcast In this episode, Adam Rose, Vice President and Senior Loan Officer with Western Ohio Mortgage, breaks down several major developments impacting today's housing and mortgage markets. 🏡 Real Estate & Agent Trends New research from Zillow reveals a major shift in how home sellers are finding real estate agents. While word-of-mouth once dominated, 36% of sellers now find their agent online, more than doubling since 2018. Adam explains what this means for agents, digital presence, Google reviews, and consumer behavior. 💳 Rising Credit Report Costs Credit reporting fees are increasing dramatically heading into 2026, with reported hikes of 40–50%. Adam explains why this is not lender greed, how these costs impact both consumers and lenders, and why the industry is pushing back. He also shares comments from Bill Pulte, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, regarding growing scrutiny of credit bureau pricing strategies. 📉 Mortgage Rates & MBS Market Update The episode closes with a major announcement: a proposed $200 billion mortgage-backed securities purchase plan involving Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Adam explains how renewed MBS buying could improve yield spreads, increase liquidity, and potentially drive mortgage rates lower in the near term. 🎧 Topics Covered Digital shift in real estate agent discovery Zillow consumer research insights Credit bureau cost increases and industry impact FHFA and Bill Pulte's response Mortgage-backed securities and rate movement What this means for buyers, sellers, and lenders 👉 Subscribe on YouTube and listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so you never miss an episode. 📞 Questions about buying a home or improving your mortgage readiness? Reach out to the team at Western Ohio Mortgage—we're happy to help. 📲 Contact Adam Rose Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301 📞 937-497-9662 📧 arose@westernohiomortgage.com 🌐 www.westernohiomortgage.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube for weekly mortgage insights 📱 TikTok: @the_mtg_guy 📘 Facebook: @TheMortgageGuy24 📸 Instagram: @adam.rose.92102

Rent vs Buy — is renting really cheaper than owning a home? In Part 2 of our Rent vs Buy series, Adam Rose explains the real financial difference between renting vs owning, focusing on equity, inflation, and long-term wealth building using a clear 10-year comparison. This episode breaks down why renters build zero equity, while homeowners can create significant net worth through principal paydown, appreciation, and stable mortgage payments. Adam also explains when renting makes sense, when buying is the better financial decision, and why time in the market matters more than timing the market. In this episode, you'll learn: Rent vs buy explained with real numbers Renting vs owning over a 10-year period Why rent payments build no equity How homeownership builds long-term wealth How fixed mortgage payments help protect against inflation When renting makes sense based on life stage and career How home equity can be used as a financial safety net If you're asking "Should I rent or buy?", this episode gives you the clarity and financial framework to make a confident decision. 👉 Watch Part 1 for the full cost breakdown 👉 Subscribe for weekly mortgage, housing market, and home-buying insights 📞 Questions about buying a home or improving your mortgage readiness? Reach out to the team at Western Ohio Mortgage—we're happy to help. 📲 Contact Adam Rose Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301 📞 937-497-9662 📧 arose@westernohiomortgage.com 🌐 www.westernohiomortgage.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube for weekly mortgage insights 📱 TikTok: @the_mtg_guy 📘 Facebook: @TheMortgageGuy24 📸 Instagram: @adam.rose.92102

Is renting really cheaper than buying a home? 🤔 In Part 1 of a 2-part series on The Mortgage Guy Podcast, Adam Rose breaks down a 10-year rent vs. buy reality check using real-world numbers to show how housing decisions impact long-term wealth. Many renters believe they're saving money because the monthly payment is lower—but when you zoom out, renting can be the most expensive housing decision over time. In this episode, Adam reframes homeownership as a financial investment, not an emotional or moral decision, and explains why time in the market matters more than timing the market. In Part 1, Adam covers: A 10-year cost breakdown of renting vs. owning How rent payments build zero equity Why rising rents matter more than people realize How principal paydown starts building wealth Why monthly payment alone is the wrong metric Part 2 will continue the conversation by expanding on ownership scenarios, market considerations, and how home equity can be leveraged over time. This episode is ideal for: ✔ Renters debating whether to buy ✔ First-time homebuyers ✔ Anyone concerned about interest rates or home prices ✔ Consumers focused on long-term financial stability If you're asking yourself, "Should I rent or buy right now?"—this two-part series will help you think clearly about housing as a long-term financial decision. 📞 Questions about buying a home or improving your mortgage readiness? Reach out to the team at Western Ohio Mortgage—we're happy to help. 📲 Contact Adam Rose Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301 📞 937-497-9662 📧 arose@westernohiomortgage.com 🌐 www.westernohiomortgage.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube for weekly mortgage insights 📱 TikTok: @the_mtg_guy 📘 Facebook: @TheMortgageGuy24 📸 Instagram: @adam.rose.92102

Mortgage advice for home buyers during the holidays. In this holiday episode of The Mortgage Guy Podcast, we break down holiday credit card mistakes, credit score impacts, tax refund planning, and smart steps to protect your ability to buy a home in the new year. As the holiday season comes to a close and we head into a brand-new year, many buyers don't realize how holiday spending can quietly hurt their mortgage approval. In this episode, Adam Rose of Western Ohio Mortgage explains the most common financial mistakes made during the holidays—and how to avoid them if buying a home in 2026 is one of your goals. 🎄 What you'll learn in this episode: Why credit cards can be a silent mortgage killer How high credit utilization impacts your mortgage credit score Why opening store credit cards during the holidays is risky How buy-now-pay-later programs (Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay) affect loan approval Smart ways to use your tax refund when buying a home Mortgage and tax planning tips for self-employed borrowers How planning ahead can improve interest rates, buying power, and loan options Whether you're a first-time home buyer or planning your next move, this episode is packed with practical mortgage tips to help you start the new year on the right financial footing. 🎙️ Listen & Subscribe Subscribe to The Mortgage Guy Podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify for weekly mortgage advice, home buying tips, and real-world lending insights. 📞 Thinking about buying a home in the new year? Reach out to the team at Western Ohio Mortgage to build a smart plan before you make costly financial mistakes. 🎄 Happy Holidays & Happy New Year! Wishing you and your family a joyful holiday season and a successful, goal-driven New Year. If homeownership is part of your 2026 plan, now is the time to prepare. 📞 Questions about buying a home or improving your mortgage readiness? Reach out to the team at Western Ohio Mortgage—we're happy to help. 📲 Contact Adam Rose Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301 📞 937-497-9662 📧 arose@westernohiomortgage.com 🌐 www.westernohiomortgage.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube for weekly mortgage insights 📱 TikTok: @the_mtg_guy 📘 Facebook: @TheMortgageGuy24 📸 Instagram: @adam.rose.92102

🔔 This Week on The Mortgage Guy Podcast This episode covers: ⚖️ Major Industry Lawsuit: A new RICO suit filed against D.R. Horton and DHI Mortgage. Adam breaks down how the alleged use of vacant-lot tax values misled borrowers, why payments jumped by hundreds to thousands, and what this means for builder–lender relationships moving forward. 🏗️ RESPA Section 8 & Builder Incentives: A clear explanation of what lenders can and cannot offer, how builder incentives work, and why certain practices fall into regulatory gray areas that are now drawing national attention. 📉 Fed Rate Decision Preview: What to expect from the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting, why the dot plot matters more than the rate announcement itself, and why a Fed Funds rate cut does not automatically reduce mortgage rates. 📊 Market Reality Check: A look at how the 10-year Treasury drives mortgage pricing, how markets price in expected cuts, and why tones and comments from Chair Powell often move rates more than the cut itself. 🏛️ OMBA Updates: Details on the Future Leaders program, annual convention registration, and why industry professionals—from lenders to vendors—should consider joining the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association. Whether you're a mortgage professional, real estate partner, or consumer trying to understand how lawsuits and Fed movement impact the market, this episode delivers clear insight into the forces shaping today's mortgage environment. 📲 Contact Adam Rose Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301 📞 937-497-9662 📧 arose@westernohiomortgage.com 🌐 www.westernohiomortgage.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube for weekly mortgage insights 📱 TikTok: @the_mtg_guy 📘 Facebook: @TheMortgageGuy24 📸 Instagram: @adam.rose.92102

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In this week's episode of The Mortgage Guy Podcast, we're diving into Fannie Mae's new risk assessment changes, including the removal of the 620 minimum credit score from DU findings and what that means for borrowers. I'll also cover updates to how rental history and first-time buyer status are factored into approvals — and why these adjustments could change how lenders assess risk. Then, we shift gears into the Non-QM space — covering 1099 income programs, DSCR loans, and asset-depletion options that are helping more borrowers qualify creatively. Whether you're a buyer, investor, or loan officer, this one's packed with valuable insights. As always, I'll share my honest take on how these changes really impact the market — and why sometimes, "approved" doesn't always mean "the best fit." 📲 Contact Adam J. Rose – The Mortgage Guy 📞 Call: 937-497-9662 📧 Email: arose@westernohiomortgage.com 🌐 Visit: www.westernohiomortgage.com 🎧 Listen On: Spotify & Apple Podcasts ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube for weekly mortgage updates 📱 TikTok: @the_mtg_guy 📘 Facebook: @TheMortgageGuy24 🏡 Licensed in OH, IN, MI, KY, TN & FL 💼 Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 💼 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301

In this week's episode, I'm diving into the Fed's recent rate cut, what it really means for mortgage rates (hint: they're not directly tied), and why some big-name lenders are using misleading refinance ads. We'll cover: 🏦 What the Fed's move actually means for mortgage-backed securities 💸 When refinancing really makes sense — and how to spot expensive "teaser" offers 🚫 RESPA compliance reminders — and what to avoid in co-marketing deals 🤝 Why relationship-based lending still wins in today's market Whether you're a homeowner, realtor, or loan officer, this episode will give you an honest look behind the curtain of the mortgage industry. 📲 Contact Adam J. Rose – The Mortgage Guy 📞 Call: 937-497-9662 📧 Email: arose@westernohiomortgage.com 🌐 Visit: www.westernohiomortgage.com 🎧 Listen On: Spotify & Apple Podcasts ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube for weekly mortgage updates 📱 TikTok: @the_mtg_guy 📘 Facebook: @TheMortgageGuy24 🏡 Licensed in OH, IN, MI, KY, TN & FL 💼 Western Ohio Mortgage MB #9601 💼 Adam J. Rose NMLS #870301