Waterstone Mortgage blog

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Market and Industry
No Rate Change from Fed as Officials Signal Extended Pause
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) announced no change to the Fed funds rate at its January 2026 meeting.
January 28, 2026
FOMC January 2026 No Change
Market and Industry
No Rate Change from Fed as Officials Signal Extended Pause
January 28, 2026
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Life at WMC
Our Year in Review: 2025
January 20, 2026
Presidents Club 2025
Life at WMC
Introducing Our 2025 President's Club
January 16, 2026
How our Net Promoter Score makes us a world-class lender
Life at WMC
How our Net Promoter Score makes us a "world-class" lender
January 15, 2026
Best Housewarming Gifts
Home Life
Unique Housewarming Gifts They’ll Love: The Ultimate Guide
January 14, 2026
Blue Diamond Club
Life at WMC
The Blue Diamond Club: Honoring Top Waterstone Mortgage Loan Originators
December 30, 2025
VA Loan Guide
Mortgage Basics
How to Get a VA Loan: A Step-by-Step Guide for Veterans
December 17, 2025
FOMC December 2025
Market and Industry
FOMC Cuts Fed Funds Rate: Market Implications and 2026 Outlook
December 10, 2025
2026 Conforming Loan Limit
Market and Industry
Conforming Loan Limit Set at $832,750 for 2026: What Homebuyers & Realtors Should Know
November 25, 2025
Tips for Affordable Homeownership
Mortgage Basics
How to Make Homebuying Affordable
November 24, 2025
Retirement Homeownership Solutions
Mortgage Basics
Home Financing Options for Baby Boomers & Retirees
November 24, 2025
CFPB Homebuyer Resources
Market and Industry
Empower Your Homebuying Journey: CFPB Homebuyer Resources
November 20, 2025
FOMC October 2025 Meeting
Market and Industry
FOMC Lowers Fed Funds Rate to 3.75%–4.00%
October 29, 2025
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Mortgage Basics
How VA Loans Differ from Conventional Mortgages
October 29, 2025
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Market and Industry
Government Shutdown 2025: What Homebuyers Need to Know
October 09, 2025
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Mortgage Basics
VA Loans in Unique Situations: A Guide for Veterans
October 08, 2025
FOMC September 2025
Market and Industry
FOMC Announces 0.25% Rate Cut
September 17, 2025
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Market and Industry
Trigger Leads Explained: Why You're Getting So Many Loan Offers
September 09, 2025
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In the News
Jeff McGuiness Wins 2025 HousingWire Vanguard Award for Mortgage Industry Leadership
September 02, 2025
July 2025 FOMC Meeting
Market and Industry
Fed Holds Rates Steady Again: What It Means for Mortgage Borrowers
July 30, 2025
Why Mortgage Loan Program Variety Matters
Agent Resources
Why Offering Your Clients Loan Program Variety Matters
July 21, 2025
25th-company-anniversary
Life at WMC
We're Celebrating Our 25th Anniversary!
July 18, 2025
Temporary Buydown Information
Mortgage Basics
What is a Temporary Buydown? A Guide to Lower Mortgage Payments
July 11, 2025
FOMC Meeting June 2025
Market and Industry
No FOMC Fed Funds Rate Cut, Focus is on the Dot Plot Update
June 18, 2025
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Market and Industry
Buy Now, Pay Later Accounts — Are They Worth It?
June 17, 2025
Mortgage Down Payment Options
Mortgage Basics
Mortgages with No or Low Down Payment Requirements
June 17, 2025
Loan Officers Why Work for Waterstone Mortgage
Life at WMC
Loan Officers: Why Work for Waterstone Mortgage?
June 12, 2025
8 Tips Buying First House
Mortgage Basics
8 Tips for Buying Your First House
June 06, 2025