Navigating the Current Real Estate Market with Ben Kugler

Rising real estate prices and interest rates have been a topic of conversation for quite some time now. Our guest is here to get the facts straight and help you navigate this tough market!

In this podcast episode, Jon Schuetz and Brent Connelly invite Ben Kugler, Owner of Freedom Lending, onto the show to discuss strategies that can help struggling homebuyers with mortgage rates. 

Ben discusses the personalized approach he takes as a mortgage lender, emphasizing consistent communication and acting as a liaison between the borrower and the underwriting team. They also cover rising interest rates, how this is impacting the housing market, and the importance of homeownership in building your wealth.

Ben discusses:

  • Freedom Lending’s personalized approach to mortgage lending
  • How to better navigate America’s rising mortgage rates as an investor or homeowner
  • Strategies, tips, and words of advice for prospective home buyers (and what advice to ignore!)
  • How to improve your financial situation before buying a home: the different options for debt consolidation
  • And more

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