What If I Can't Qualify for the Mortgage on My Own After Divorce

The short answer is this: Don’t assume you won’t qualify until you’ve had a complete mortgage review with me. This is probably the biggest fear I hear from homeowners going through a divorce. “Richard, I’ve never qualified on my own. I don’t think I can keep the house.” Sometimes that concern is valid. But many…

Read More
Divorce refinancing options in Texas

One of the most common questions I hear from homeowners going through divorce is: “Can I refinance before the divorce is final?” The short answer is:Sometimes — but it depends on timing, the divorce agreement, and how the mortgage is being structured. In Texas, divorce refinances can become complicated quickly if the mortgage strategy is…

Read More
How to Buy Out Your Ex and Keep the House After Divorce in Texas

Divorce is hard. Losing your home doesn’t have to be part of it. If you’re going through a divorce in Texas or any state for that matter, and want to keep the house, you’re not alone. One of the most common questions I get as a Certified Divorce Lending Specialist is: “Can I buy out…

Read More