Kelvin Andrade

Loan Originator

NMLS# 1135008

Kelvin Andrade Loan Originator

How to Buy a Home in Today’s High-Priced Market Without a Six-Figure Income

According to a recent report from Redfin, as of October 2022, in order to afford a “typical home” with the median monthly mortgage payment of $2,682, a buyer would need to earn at least $107,281 to be Dec 13, 2022

Understanding Non-Owner-Occupied Mortgages

If you are venturing into the world of rental properties, it's time to learn the ins and outs of non-owner-occupied mortgages. This is a special type of home loan for a property you buy but do not int Dec 08, 2022

The Ultimate Mortgage Pre-Approval Document Checklist

If you’re ready to buy a home, before you even start going to see properties, it is a good idea to obtain a preapproval letter from your mortgage lender. Especially in a competitive housing market, se Dec 06, 2022

There are Lots of Reasons to Refinance Your Home

With interest rates doubling in the past year, you may think that it’s no longer a good time to refinance your mortgage. However, the truth is there may be some circumstances that make now a perfect t Dec 01, 2022

Can’t Quite Afford a House Yet? Consider a Co-Borrower

With home prices skyrocketing over the past few years, more first-time buyers are enlisting the help of more seasoned homeowners - namely their parents or grandparents - to be co-borrowers with them. Nov 29, 2022

Happy Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday that gives us the opportunity to express our gratitude to all of our family, friends and clients. All of us at Universal Mortgage, LLC would like to wish you a Happ Nov 24, 2022