Recent Articles
Market commentary and guides from the Barrett Financial Group team.
- One Score May No Longer Decide
April 29, 2026
did you know your qualification does not depend on one score anymore?
- You’re Not Just Buying a Home: You’re Locking in a Financial Advantage
April 23, 2026
Why Buying with higher rates is better than renting?
- HELOC vs. Cash-Out Refinance: It’s Not About the Product, It’s About the Timing
April 20, 2026
HELOC vs. Cash Out Refinance - Do you want to know which works
- Your Equity Is Doing Nothing: Here’s How Smart Homeowners Use It
April 1, 2026
Find out about smart moves you can do with the equity built in your house.
- Smart Buyers Can Benefit When Rates Rise
March 19, 2026
Why High Rates Market Might Be a Smart Time to Buy
- Where an ARM (Adjustable-Rate Mortgage) May Be a Smarter Move
March 5, 2026
Find out when an ARM mortgage might be better than Fixed Rate Mortgage
- Is Refinancing Your Mortgage the Right Move?
February 27, 2026
Find out if refinancing is right for you.
- Housing Affordability in 2026: Why Rates Are not the Only Factor
February 20, 2026
Learn about home affordability factors with examples nationwide.
- Loyalty to Your Bank? Even With Your Home-Loan?
February 6, 2026
Decided whether you are should use your bank or a mortgage broker?