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Saturday Strategy: Faith Over Fear in a Waiting Market
The hardest part of this market isn’t the data — it’s the doubt. Buyers keep waiting for a green light from the Fed, the news, or their friends. But faith doesn’t wait for perfect conditions. It moves with conviction. If the payment works, if the home fits, and if the long-term plan makes sense, then today might already be “the right time.” Real estate rewards the prepared — not the perfect. And that’s why we keep showing up, making calls, writing offers, and trusting God wit

Michael Belfor
1 day ago1 min read


Friday Focus: Control the Controllables
The most productive agents aren’t the ones who know where rates are headed — they’re the ones who know how to navigate today. Markets fluctuate. Buyers hesitate. But when you lead with real numbers and personalized options, you give people permission to move forward. That’s leadership, not luck. We’re helping buyers structure affordability through buydowns, DPA layering, and custom payment targets. Every one of those starts with a single question: “What monthly number gives y

Michael Belfor
2 days ago1 min read


Payment Targets Beat Headlines
Rates move. Headlines shout. But smart buyers win by anchoring to a payment target—not a clickbait decimal. When we start with “What monthly number lets you breathe?” everything else falls into place: price, down payment, and the best structure to protect your cash. From there, we compare paths: Conventional vs. temporary buydown: Trade a slightly higher cost today for breathing room in year one or two. Self-employed options (bank statements/P&L): When tax returns don’t tel

Michael Belfor
3 days ago1 min read


Markets Steady, Opportunities Sharpen
Today’s mortgage market is in a holding pattern — not inactive, just patient. That’s a good thing for those prepared to act. Current Snapshot The 10-year Treasury yield is trading around 4.02 % (Investing). FRED’s last published 10-year print remains ~4.05% (with some lag in updates). Bond strategists expect long-term yields to remain elevated near 4.10% over the next few months due to inflation and fiscal pressures. These yields are anchoring mortgage rates. Because there’

Michael Belfor
4 days ago1 min read


Quiet Market, Smart Positioning
Mortgage rates are holding in a tight range today, and that stability is exactly what smart buyers, sellers, and homeowners should lean into. What the Data Shows The 10-year Treasury is trading around 4.04 % YCharts reports the 10-year yield at 4.05 % as of October 10 The latest FRED print has shown ~4.10 %, though with publication lag That means mortgage markets aren’t about to rocket or collapse overnight — they’re paused, waiting on catalysts: inflation data, Fed commentar

Michael Belfor
5 days ago1 min read


Self-Employed and Ready to Buy? Here’s How to Make It Happen
If you’re self-employed, you’ve probably heard the phrase “it’s harder to get a mortgage when you work for yourself.” That might’ve been...

Michael Belfor
Oct 72 min read


Anchored in Peace
The past few weeks have been filled with questions about rates, the Fed, and where the market goes next. But Sundays remind us of a...

Michael Belfor
Oct 51 min read


Three DIY Projects That Pay Off in Comfort and Value
Weekends are for projects — and some of the best ones aren’t just cosmetic. They add comfort now and value later. Here are three worth...

Michael Belfor
Oct 41 min read


Weekly Recap — The Fed Cut and What It Really Means for Rates
This week gave us one of the most anticipated Fed meetings of the year. The central bank delivered a quarter-point cut — the first since...

Michael Belfor
Oct 31 min read


Why Fast-Closing Programs Matter More Than Ever
In a market where rates haven’t broken decisively lower, speed has become one of the most valuable advantages a buyer can bring. Sellers...

Michael Belfor
Oct 21 min read


A New Month, the Same Question — Where Are Rates Headed?
October opens with the same debate that’s defined much of 2025: are mortgage rates finally heading lower, or are we stuck in place?...

Michael Belfor
Oct 11 min read


Four Loan Programs Helping Buyers Move Forward in 2025
Mortgage rates may feel stuck in the mid-6s, but that hasn’t stopped buyers from finding ways to move forward. The difference isn’t...

Michael Belfor
Sep 302 min read


Mondays Matter — Positioning for What Comes Next
Mortgage markets open this week in familiar territory: steady rates, cautious optimism, and a bond market that still hasn’t broken...

Michael Belfor
Sep 292 min read


Small Upgrades, Big Returns — Weekend Homeowner Tips
Not every improvement needs a remodel. Some of the best returns come from small, consistent upgrades — the kind you can tackle over a...

Michael Belfor
Sep 281 min read


Treasury Watch — Why the 10-Year Matters Most
Ask any lender what drives mortgage rates, and you’ll hear the same answer: watch the 10-Year Treasury. Here’s why it matters:...

Michael Belfor
Sep 271 min read
DSCR, ARMs, and Program Flexibility — What’s Working Now
In a mid-6% rate environment, creativity matters. Standard 30-year fixed loans are still the most common path, but buyers and investors...

Michael Belfor
Sep 261 min read


How Falling Mortgage Rates Affect Your Buying Power
A half-percent drop in mortgage rates doesn’t sound dramatic. But in real terms, it can increase buying power by 5% or more. Here’s why:...

Michael Belfor
Sep 241 min read


Three Things to Check Before You Lock Your Strike Rate
Locking a mortgage rate is one of the most important decisions in the process — and with rates bouncing in a tight range, timing matters....

Michael Belfor
Sep 241 min read


Mondays Are for Momentum — Even in a Slow Market
It’s Monday, and the market opens in familiar territory. Mortgage rates are holding steady, the 10-Year Treasury is bouncing near its...

Michael Belfor
Sep 221 min read


Rest, Trust, and Peace in Uncertainty
Sundays are for slowing down. Markets, Fed statements, Treasury yields — they all swirl around us with noise. But scripture reminds us of...

Michael Belfor
Sep 211 min read
Content by The Belfor Team, Mortgage Lender California
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