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Stay Ahead of Dropping Mortgage Rates

Mortgage Rates Are Dropping – Don’t Miss Your Chance to Refinance! If you’ve been waiting for the right time to refinance your mortgage, now is the time to start preparing. Mortgage rates are trending downward, and homeowners across Albuquerque, New Mexico, are keeping a close eye on the market for the perfect opportunity to lock

Veterans: Don’t Get Trapped by Bad Refinance Deals

Thinking About Refinancing Your VA Loan? Read This First! Hey Veterans, Ben Lucero owner of Indigo Mortgage here in Albuquerque. Are you drowning in VA loan refinance offers from emails, phone calls, and mailers? It can feel overwhelming, and let’s be real—some of these offers sound too good to be true. That’s because they often

Why a Local Mortgage Lender is Essential for Family Property Transactions

Buying a home from a relative or inheriting a property can be a complex process, but working with a local mortgage lender like Indigo Mortgage can make all the difference. Unlike national or out-of-state lenders, a local lender understands the unique challenges that come with these transactions and will take the necessary time to guide

Mortgage Down Payment Options

In today’s mortgage market, there are several options for down payments on a home purchase. A local lender like New Mexico’s Indigo Mortgage can find the right type of loan and almost always, can be the terms and closing costs of other lenders. At Indigo Mortgage, we have our 100% financing option called Indigo Bright

Bank Statement Mortgage Loans

If you’re self employed and preparing to purchase a home, you might find that some mortgage processes are harder for you. Some lenders are hesitant to loan hundreds of thousands of dollars to a self-employed business owner, especially if your company is not very old. At Indigo Mortgage, we have access to mortgage loans that

Local Mortgage Lenders Outperform Big-Box Lenders

The mortgage industry is changing, and not always for the better. According to a recent J.D. Power survey, overall satisfaction with mortgage lenders saw a significant decline in 2024. The primary reason? An over-reliance on digital tools and virtual processes that leave borrowers feeling disconnected and unsupported during one of the biggest financial decisions of

How to Avoid Unsolicited Loan Inquiries

When you’re in the market for a new mortgage or to refinance your loan, or even if you’re about to purchase a new vehicle, there’s something important you should know: The instant that a mortgage broker or any lender pulls your credit as part of that application process, the major credit reporting bureaus (Experian, TransUnion,

A Mortgage Solution for Self-Employed Borrowers

At Indigo Mortgage, we understand how challenging it can be for self-employed borrowers to qualify for a traditional mortgage. Standard loans often require tax returns to verify income, but for many business owners, freelancers, and contractors, those documents may not reflect their true earning potential due to business expenses and tax deductions. That’s why we

Unlock Your Home’s Equity with a 2nd Mortgage

Many homeowners are sitting on significant equity in their homes. While it’s tempting to refinance and cash out for purposes like home improvements, bill consolidation, college tuition, or investments, refinancing may not be the best option—especially if your first mortgage has a low interest rate. A second mortgage could be the ideal solution. With a

Veterans Deserve Transparency

It’s a sad truth that some big-name VA lenders, despite their patriotic marketing, often overcharge veterans with high rates and excessive fees. At Indigo Mortgage, we’ve reviewed offers from these national VA Loan companies and have seen shocking discrepancies—sometimes our VA rates are a full percentage point lower, saving veterans tens of thousands over the