The Applied Mortgage Community Show
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The Applied Mortgage Community Show is a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to our Applied Mortgage Community of amazing real estate professionals as well as our past, present, and future homeowners! You’ll hear interviews with industry leaders, discussions on the latest trends in housing and finance, and practice advice to help you maintain both your physical and financial home. You’ll also hear from local community leaders on current happenings and events in our local community. Tune in with our host Lindsay Barron LaBonte branch manager of Applied Mortgage to learn more!
Applied Mortgage is a DBA of HarborOne Mortgage NMLS 2561. The views on this page are my own and do not represent the views of HarborOne Mortgage, its employees or affiliates. Equal Housing Lender.
Coming up the first weekend in December, Easthampton's Old Town Hall will be the place to find your one-of-kind holiday gifts. On Friday, December 2 from 5-8 pm, stop by for Art Walk Easthampton featuring a pop-up shop in the Blue Room, Art is a Gift in Easthampton City Arts and Big Red Frame will host over 20 artists and artisans selling unique works. While you are there, don't miss the tour of the future 350-seat performing arts venue on the 2nd floor of the historic building. On Sunday, December 4 from 11am to 5pm, return to Old Town Hall for more holiday finds at A Winter Market with another 20 artists selling handmade goods at this seasonal pop-up market plus onsite tarot readings!
In this episode, join Lindsay Barron LaBonte and special guests as they discuss the MassDreams Grant and Down Payment Assistance Programs out there so that you can have all your questions answered by your trusted local mortgage company Applied Mortgage.
Lindsay and Meghan McCormick of Delap Real Estate discuss what the Federal Funds Rate actually is, how it impacts mortgage rates, and what impact this all has on home prices and the housing market.
Lindsay interviews Brandon O'Donnell who teaches us some important information to be aware of when claiming mortgage-related items on your tax returns, as well as some updates to the 2021 tax laws.
Big Brothers Big Sisters is a non-profit organization that pairs kids with adult mentors to help them succeed in life. In this podcast interview, Lindsay chats with Susan Nicastro and Ann Walsh of Big Brothers Big Sisters Hampshire County and Ryan Footit of Applied Mortgage, a BBBS volunteer, about the upcoming event, The Daffodil Run.
Lindsay interviews Meghan McCormick of Delap who gives us some tips and tricks to be a prepared seller! Inventory is low and it is a seller's market - now is the time to sell!
Lindsay interviews Samantha & Brian, the owners of Caminito Steakhouse in Northampton. They share their experience as restaurant owners navigating the pandemic, their resilience, and some silver linings.
Lindsay and Micki Sanderson discuss the best practices for being a prepared buyer in today's market. Micki presents us with some current local market statistics - The reality is that we've been in a seller's market since 2012 and inventory has only tightened since the pandemic. Now more than ever it is important to have clear goals and as Micki says take a "no regrets & no remorse" approach!
If you're thinking about buying a home, it's important to understand the different contingencies in a purchase contract. In this episode, Lindsay talks with Attorney Nick Grimaldi about what purchase contract contingencies are and why they're important.
Micki Sanderson with Delap Real Estate is back on the show to review the standard Offer to Purchase form. Both buyers and sellers can benefit from learning the typical conditions on the offer form and be best prepared to negotiate home sales in the current market.
Lindsay interviews Lou Davis of Davis Financial who teaches us some basic financial planning principles and helps us understand the best time to involve a financial planner - hint, the time is now!
Lindsay interviews Jennifer Ewers, Insurance Agent at Finck & Perras Insurance, who provides some great information for folks looking to buy a new home and set up their insurance policy.
Lindsay interviews Matt LaCoille the Development Director at Look Park. Meet Matt and learn about the history of the Park and ways you can participate or give. Don't forget to get your ticket for the Look Park Summer Celebration Auction, which is back in person this year! Presented by Tommy Car Auto and featuring food from Local Burger plus over 170 auction items!
Lindsay interviews Ryan Footit, loan officer on our team at Applied Mortgage, and Heather Blais, Realtor with The Blais Group at Gallagher Real Estate, to debunk some myths about VA Mortgages and best prepare VA buyers in this market!