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Home Life
Homeowner Decision Guide: Move, Improve, Or Use Your Equity?
Should you move, renovate, or use home equity? Explore the financial and lifestyle questions that can help you compare your options beyond mortgage rates.
September 08, 2026
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Agent Resources
Home Sale Preparation Checklist for Realtors
April 08, 2026
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In the News
Waterstone Mortgage Loan Originators Named as Scotsman Guide Top Originators for 2026
April 01, 2026
Home Appraisal Basics
Mortgage Basics
Home Appraisals: What to Expect & How to Prepare
March 31, 2026
How to Spend Tax Refund
Home Life
How to Spend Your Tax Refund
March 23, 2026
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Home Life
The Ultimate Spring-Cleaning Checklist for Busy Homeowners
March 10, 2026
Cash-Out Refinance Student Loans
Mortgage Basics
Cash Out Refinance to Pay Off Student Loan Debt
March 08, 2026
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Market and Industry
Trigger Leads & Your Homebuying Experience
March 06, 2026
Realtor Personal Brand
Agent Resources
Realtor Branding: 5 Steps to Grow Your Business
March 06, 2026
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Life at WMC
Sue Leydig Named 2026 Kim Newby Heart of a Champion Award Winner
February 12, 2026
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Life at WMC
Waterstone Mortgage Celebrates Home Office Promotions
February 11, 2026
Wealth Building Loan No Down Payment
Mortgage Basics
The No-Down-Payment Wealth Building Loan
February 05, 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
Best Housewarming Gifts
Home Life
Unique Housewarming Gifts They’ll Love: The Ultimate Guide
January 14, 2026
40-Year Mortgage
Mortgage Basics
What is a 40-Year Mortgage?
January 07, 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
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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In the News
Jeff McGuiness Wins 2025 HousingWire Vanguard Award for Mortgage Industry Leadership
September 02, 2025
Why Mortgage Loan Program Variety Matters
Agent Resources
Why Offering Your Clients Loan Program Variety Matters
July 21, 2025