The Mortgage Files

Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.

What may happen with interest rates in 2023

What may happen with interest rates in 2023

By Scott Sheldon / November 7, 2021

With an unknown future, and the broader economy still recovering from the pandemic. What’s to happen with interest rates? Well, it’s. Well, interest rates typically improve on bad economic news. If you haven’t been watching the market, pay close attention to the following information… Generally, in the world of mortgages interest rates drive home buying…

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The Truth About The Media’s Reporting On Interest Rates

The Truth About The Media’s Reporting On Interest Rates

By Scott Sheldon / September 2, 2015

Have ever heard about mortgage rates in the media only to then call a mortgage company and receive conflicting information? Here is why the media’s reporting on rates should be taken with a grain of salt… Know this-real time information is critical. When you hear about mortgage rates moving in the news, by the time…

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Sonoma County "Best Rates"

By Scott Sheldon / October 24, 2010

Sonoma County Best Rates:there are two ways to look at them. Most consumers look at mortgage rates whether being online, in the newspaper, etc. and automatically assume that the interest rate that is being advertised is the real interest rate that they can actually a lock a loan on. Get A Live Rate Quote for…

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