In episode 20 of The Real Talk, Raquel Ramirez interviews Phil Logue, a mortgage loan officer with Equity Express Mortgage. Phil shares his extensive experience in the mortgage industry, having started in 1988 and even owning his own mortgage brokerage business. He discusses his journey as an investor, landlord, and homeowner, offering valuable insights into the lending world.

Tune in to this insightful conversation about mortgages and lending.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:36] Experience in Lending.

[00:04:37] Importance of Pre-qualification Process.

[00:08:09] Debt-to-Income and Loan Qualifications.

[00:12:39] Self-Employed Loan Options.

[00:14:10] Different Loan Programs Available.

[00:17:50] Condo Financing Challenges.

[00:22:10] Underwriters and Loan Process.

[00:28:01] Strange Things in Loan Applications.

[00:31:04] Lateral Career Moves and Loan Process.

[00:34:19] Interest Rates and Homebuyers.

[00:38:14] Will We Get a Recession?

[00:41:46] Property Values and Market Trends.
 

In this episode, Raquel Ramirez is joined by, Phil Logue, a mortgage loan officer with extensive experience in the industry since 1988. He has worked as a loan officer, owned his own mortgage brokerage business, and has been involved in real estate investments as a landlord and homeowner. Phil provides detailed information about what to expect, available options, and how the mortgage industry works. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding the lending process and making informed decisions. 
 

In addition, one of the key topics discussed is the buying power. Raquel and Phil highlight the significance of understanding one's purchasing power before searching for properties. Many people rush through the home-buying process without fully comprehending their financial capabilities, and they also stress the need to avoid wasting time and effort on unaffordable properties by knowing one's purchasing power. Another important topic covered is interest rates. Phil explains that interest rates can impact purchasing power, as higher rates can decrease the loan amount one qualifies for based on their credit score.

Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the mortgage industry, emphasizing the importance of understanding buying power and considering interest rates when making real estate decisions.

QUOTES

• “You can certainly see the transaction from different angles, which kind of adds a certain relatability to the process." - Raquel Ramirez
• "You have to review a certain amount of information to determine your eligibility. And just because you make a million dollars a year doesn't necessarily mean that you qualify for a million-dollar loan" - Raquel Ramirez
• "That's the word you hear now, higher for longer. So even though we may not go higher on the rates, we may not see lower rates for a while." - Phil Logue
• "If you find something that you like and it's affordable, I always say, ‘Buy it.’ and you can refi when the rates drop." - Phil Logue
   

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Raquel Ramirez

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/featured_properties_intl/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/featuredre

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquel-ramirez/

Phil Logue

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-logue-75146263/

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