With more than 24 years in the business Tom Fitkin and his team at Oswego Mortgage are experts in the VA Home Loan. Each month Luke and Tom do a deep dive into the different aspects of home purchasing and refinancing process. For questions or help with your VA home loan, a new home purchase or refinancing, go to OswegoMortgage.com
We all know refinancing your home is a great way to improve cash flow, but it shouldn't be your first option. In this episode, Tom provides alternative cash flow methods to make sure your monthly payments stay in check.
30 Apr 2022
Rates are on the rise, but never fear
As the economy attempts to correct due to inflation, interest rates are on the rise when purchasing homes. But this doesn't mean it's a bad time to buy! Tom talks about why it's still a good idea to refinance a loan especially with the equity in your home.
30 Mar 2022
Analyzing the volatile housing market
Tom and Luke break down some of the biggest changes in the Portland housing market over the past year, and how you can stay agile when looking for your next forever home.
18 Feb 2022
How a VA loan benefits rental properties
Tom explains how the VA loan can be used to invest in rental properties and increase your wealth, while raising a family!
9 Nov 2021
Unique features of the VA loan
Tom breaks down some of the finer points of a VA loan like the ability to assume a loan, and hidden discounts linked to disabilities.
15 Oct 2021
Learning the appraisal dance
Tom details the major differences between a basic and VA appraisal and how Oswego Mortgage can help navigate this difficult dance in real estate.
27 Aug 2021
Lender vs. Broker: What's the Difference?
When it comes to applying for a mortgage, there is so much lingo to follow. In this episode, Tom goes defines in extensive the about core financial concepts involving a mortgage. We also identify the differences between a mortgage lender and broker.
29 Jul 2021
Lessons in VA Technacalities
Tom provides some first hand knowledge in navigating tricky VA paperwork for those who are disabled, and how to get the most out of your benefits.
8 Jul 2021
Navigating through bankruptcy & foreclosure
Have you declared bankruptcy or home foreclosure, but still want a VA loan? Luke and Tom go step-by-step through the VA home loan process, the most forgiving loan on the market.
28 May 2021
The Markets, They Are A-Changin'
Tom provides analysis of the fast growing Portland housing market, the struggle buyers experience to get a home and a new housing shift that could be on the horizon.
29 Apr 2021
The Art of an Effective VA Loan, Part 2
Tom dives deep into the history of VA loans, and why their structure is an efficient path to home ownership for veterans.
8 Apr 2021
The Art of an Effective VA Loan, Part 1
Tom dives deep into the history of VA loans, and why their structure is an efficient path to home ownership for veterans.
12 Mar 2021
The VA Home Loan Specialist
It's the first episode of the Oswego Mortgage podcast! Owner Tom Fitkin explains the best
11 Mar 2021
Planning to Buy a Home
Tom breaks down the steps needed to start buying a home, especially in today's volatile Portland housing market.
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