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Mortgage Strategy


Housing Inventory in Michigan: What the Summer Market Means for Buyers
Michigan has more homes for sale this summer than a year ago. Here's what the shift in housing inventory means for buyers, and why waiting often costs more.
Maria Tornga
4 days ago4 min read


Your Tax Return Isn't the Whole Story — Bank Statement Loans for Michigan Business Owners
If your CPA's tax strategy makes your income look smaller than it is, a bank statement loan looks at what actually moves through your business account instead
Maria Tornga
May 134 min read


Skip the Two-Year Average: How Self-Employed Borrowers Can Qualify on One Strong Tax Year
Self-employed borrowers with a strong most-recent tax year may qualify for a conventional mortgage using just one year of returns. Here's how the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac exception works.
Maria Tornga
May 84 min read


How Mortgage Up Finds Solutions When Traditional Financing Falls Short
Most lenders offer the same products. As a broker, Mortgage Up works with dozens of lenders — competitive on conventional loans and equipped for borrowers who need a different approach.
Maria Tornga
May 63 min read
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