Mortgage Tips & Home Loan Insights for Florida & Maine

Most buyer regret is not about the house. It is about how the monthly payment fits into everyday life. At Blue Stripe Mortgage, we help buyers look beyond approval numbers and focus on real monthly comfort before they commit.

As the new year approaches, many buyers start watching the market and thinking about making a move. The truth is, the strongest buyers in 2026 won’t be the ones who wait until the last minute. They’ll be the ones who take a little time now to get organized and financially prepared. Here are practical steps you can take this winter to put yourself in a stronger position when the right home comes along. Review your credit report for accuracy A surprising number of credit report