Updated October 31, 2026By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 A lower mortgage rate does not always mean a lower-cost loan. Before choosing an offer, compare the rate, upfront charges, monthly payment, and the time you…
Updated October 10, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 A mortgage calculator is one of the most useful tools available when you're starting to think about buying a home. It can help you estimate…
Updated October 10, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 If you have a little extra money available each month, you may be wondering whether it makes sense to put that money toward your mortgage…
Updated October 10, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 If you’re buying a home or reviewing your mortgage statement, you’ve probably encountered the word escrow. It’s one of those mortgage terms that can sound…
Updated October 31, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 When you're shopping for a home, you may find yourself choosing between two very different properties. One is move-in ready. The kitchen is updated, the…
Updated October 10, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 When you’re buying a home or refinancing your mortgage, choosing who handles your financing is an important decision. Most people start by comparing interest rates…
Updated October 10, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 If you own a home, you've probably heard people talk about building equity. Maybe you've seen an estimate of your home's value online, noticed your…
Updated October 10, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 When choosing a mortgage, one of the decisions you’ll make is how long you want to take to repay the loan. Two common options are…
Updated October 31, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 Owning a vacation home can be an appealing idea. Maybe you'd like a place to spend weekends, a retreat for family gatherings, or a property…
Updated October 10, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 One of the most common misconceptions I hear from homebuyers is that you need a 20% down payment to purchase a home. The truth is…
