Matt The Mortgage Guy

Matt The Mortgage Guy

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Practical mortgage insights and market updates for buyers and owners.

Don’t Wait for Perfect Conditions to Buy a Home - You’ll Regret It!
VideoApr 17, 2026

Don’t Wait for Perfect Conditions to Buy a Home - You’ll Regret It!

The video argues that waiting for “perfect” market conditions when buying a home is a costly mistake, urging prospective buyers to act once they are financially prepared rather than chasing lower rates or a cooler market. Using his own Excel models...

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Rocket Mortgage Is Lying to You
VideoApr 15, 2026

Rocket Mortgage Is Lying to You

The video warns that Rocket Mortgage and similar lenders often present borrowers with an attractive interest rate while concealing the true cash‑to‑close amount. It explains that many lenders exclude prepaid taxes, homeowners insurance, appraisal, title insurance, recording fees and other escrow...

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How to Use a Cash Out Refinance to Buy a Bigger House 
VideoApr 7, 2026

How to Use a Cash Out Refinance to Buy a Bigger House 

The video explains how homeowners can leverage a cash‑out refinance on their existing property to generate the down‑payment needed for a $1‑million‑plus purchase, turning the current home into a rental asset rather than selling it. The presenter, a 12‑year mortgage broker,...

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The #1 Tax Mistake when People Sell Their House
VideoApr 3, 2026

The #1 Tax Mistake when People Sell Their House

The video warns homeowners about a common tax trap when selling their primary residence, focusing on the capital‑gains exclusion that can eliminate federal tax on up to $250,000 for single filers or $500,000 for married couples. The rule requires the seller...

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How Do Determine if You Should Sell or Keep as a Rental 
VideoMar 30, 2026

How Do Determine if You Should Sell or Keep as a Rental 

The video tackles the classic dilemma of selling a home versus converting it into a rental, urging owners to treat the choice as a financial model rather than an emotional one. It outlines a four‑question framework that quantifies cash flow,...

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Why Lower Rates Actually Mean Higher Prices
VideoMar 27, 2026

Why Lower Rates Actually Mean Higher Prices

The video argues that falling mortgage rates do not automatically make homes cheaper; instead they spark a surge of buyers that pushes prices higher. Citing FHFA data, the narrator notes U.S. home values rose just over 1% year‑over‑year in Q4 2025, but...

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Are You Buying a House for the Right Reason? 
VideoMar 26, 2026

Are You Buying a House for the Right Reason? 

The video cautions prospective buyers to examine their motivations before committing to a home purchase, emphasizing that true readiness stems from personal stability rather than market hype or social pressure. It argues that purchasing a house should be anchored in...

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Why Do I Continue to See This Happen with Builders Lenders??
VideoFeb 17, 2026

Why Do I Continue to See This Happen with Builders Lenders??

The video spotlights a recurring problem among builder‑affiliated lenders: they consistently undercollect property taxes and homeowners insurance from borrowers during the loan closing process. This practice masks the true monthly payment, presenting a deceptively low figure that later balloons when...

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