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30 2026 May
Phrase of the Week: Cautiously Optimistic
Despite some important economic news released this week, markets are only looking to the constant news releases about the Iran conflict. It was reported that...
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26 2026 May
Five First Heritage Mortgage Loan Officers Recognized as 2026 Top Maryland Loan Originators
The Maryland Mortgage Bankers and Brokers Association honored 26 outstanding mortgage professionals at its 2026 Annual Conference in Annapolis — five of whom call First...
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21 2026 May
Conventional Loans vs. Non-QM: What Are the Best Loan Products for Real Estate Investors?
There is no shortage of options when it comes to financing an investment property. But the challenge that real estate investors face is figuring out...
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16 2026 May
Global Yields Freak Out
Global Yields Surge Worldwide A rough end to the week saw bond yields jump around the globe. In the US, mortgage rates matched the recent...
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11 2026 May
First Heritage Mortgage Expands Regional Presence with Three New Branches Across North Carolina and Virginia
FAIRFAX, VA. – First Heritage Mortgage, LLC (FHM) is proud to announce the continued expansion of its lending footprint with the opening of three new...
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09 2026 May
A Tale of Two Jobs Reports
Markets Focused on Geopolitics “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the...
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08 2026 May
Does a Condo or Townhouse Make a Better Starter Home?
Affordability is currently the biggest obstacle for first-time homebuyers. But it doesn’t have to be. As home prices continue to climb in today’s market, condos...
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02 2026 May
Federal Reserve Chair Makes Historic Decision
Rates Held but Dissents Rise This week held the conclusion of the Fed’s 2-day FOMC meeting and press conference. As expected, they held the Fed Funds rate steady....
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25 2026 April
Rates Holding the Line
Technicals are Driving Markets It has been a rather quiet week, economically speaking. There haven’t been many developments on the Iran front. In times like...
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