Tag Archive for: high balance loans

Why Are Jumbo Interest Rates So Much Lower Than Conforming?

Our jumbo rates are now sometimes as much as 1/2% lower than conforming (Fannie/Freddie) rates (and today is no exception). Today’s blog explains some of the reasons why. Stricter Qualifications […]Read More

We NEED Freddie; You NEED Freddie; Does Your Lender Have Freddie?

We recently made clear that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are completely different entities, and how Freddie is much more flexible with respect to many underwriting guidelines. In light of […]Read More