WHAT You Need to Know About House Hacking and Loan Programs Right NOW!

from Get Real With Eddie · host Eddie Ruettiger

What You Need to Know About House Hacking and Loan Programs Right NOW! Are you looking for creative ways to afford a home in today’s market? In this episode of Get Real with Eddie, we’re diving deep into house hacking strategies, down payment assistance programs, and how to properly vet your lender to ensure a smooth homebuying experience. We’re joined by special guest Tammie Lester of Loan Depot (NMLS #938220) to discuss Loan Depot’s Down Payment program, two must-know resources for buyers, and why the Federal Reserve’s decision not to cut interest rates impacts your purchasing power. Tammie brings expert insights on how to secure the right financing and answers key questions about the loan process. We’ll also analyze the latest sales data from Aurora, IL, and tackle the big question—should you buy now or wait? Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, an investor, or trying to navigate today’s shifting market, this episode is packed with expert insights to help you make informed decisions. 📞 Contact Tammie Lester at 630-677-3556 or visit www.loandepot.com/tlester for personalized mortgage guidance. #HouseHacking #RealEstateInvesting #HomeBuyingTips #DownPaymentAssistance #MortgageRates #LoanPrograms #AuroraILRealEstate #GetRealWithEddie 00:00:00 Welcome Tammie Lester 00:03:37 The fed did not cut the rate! 00:07:12 Vet the buyers lending! 00:09:08 Loan Depot's Down Payment program 00:11:13 House Hacking in Today's Market 00:14:25 Two resources to help you buy 00:16:08 How to vet the buyer's lending 00:21:25 Don't buy anything! 00:23:00 The other Resource 00:27:02 Sales data on Aurora Il 00:41:44 Should we buy this year or should we wait

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What You Need to Know About House Hacking and Loan Programs Right NOW! Are you looking for creative ways to afford a home in today’s market? In this episode of Get Real with Eddie, we’re diving deep into house hacking strategies, down payment assistance programs, and how to properly vet your lender to ensure a smooth homebuying experience. We’re joined by special guest Tammie Lester of Loan Depot (NMLS #938220) to discuss Loan Depot’s Down Payment program, two must-know resources for buyers, and why the Federal Reserve’s decision not to cut interest rates impacts your purchasing power. Tammie brings expert insights on how to secure the right financing and answers key questions about the loan process. We’ll also analyze the latest sales data from Aurora, IL, and tackle the big question—should you buy now or wait? Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, an investor, or trying to navigate today’s shifting market, this episode is packed with expert insights to help you make informed decisions. 📞 Contact Tammie Lester at 630-677-3556 or visit www.loandepot.com/tlester for personalized mortgage guidance. #HouseHacking #RealEstateInvesting #HomeBuyingTips #DownPaymentAssistance #MortgageRates #LoanPrograms #AuroraILRealEstate #GetRealWithEddie 00:00:00 Welcome Tammie Lester00:03:37 The fed did not cut the rate!00:07:12 Vet the buyers lending!00:09:08 Loan Depot's Down Payment program00:11:13 House Hacking in Today's Market00:14:25 Two resources to help you buy00:16:08 How to vet the buyer's lending00:21:25 Don't buy anything!00:23:00 The other Resource00:27:02 Sales data on Aurora Il00:41:44 Should we buy this year or should we wait

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