Martini Mortgage Podcast

Kevin Martini is a Raleigh mortgage lender with the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage and he believes, you have to have a roof over your head and you have two options for that roof.   Do you rent the roof over your head or do you own that roof over your head? Each option has benefits and costs.  In episode 14 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast Kevin Martini will do the math.   For trusted mortgage home loan advice call the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage.   Enjoy the show and thank you in advance for subscribing and leaving your positive feedback.   Kevin Martini | NMLS ID 143962 | Branch Manager | Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage | Ark-La-Tex Financial Services, LLC NMLS ID 2143 | 5650 Six Forks Road, Suite 101 Raleigh, NC 27609 | (919) 238-4934 | www.KevinMartini.com | kevin.Martini@Benchmark.us | Equal Housing Opportunity

If you are concerned about protecting your good credit profile you could consider credit monitoring but it is the opinion of Kevin Martini with the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage that the only real way to protect yourself from those mega data breaches you hear about on the news or preventing someone from gaining access to your credit without your permission is a Credit Freeze.  Episode 13 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast, mortgage strategist Kevin Martini breaks down what you need to know about the Credit Freeze.   For trusted mortgage home loan advice, tune in and call the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage.   Enjoy the show and thank you in advance for subscribing and leaving your positive feedback.   Kevin Martini | NMLS ID 143962 | Branch Manager | Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage | Ark-La-Tex Financial Services, LLC NMLS ID 2143 | 5650 Six Forks Road, Suite 101 Raleigh, NC 27609 | (919) 238-4934 | www.KevinMartini.com | kevin.Martini@Benchmark.us | Equal Housing Opportu

The Trusted Raleigh mortgage lenders at the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage produce a monthly segment called: 'The Martini Angle' -- comprehensive walkthrough of the most up-to-date information.  Episode 12 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast is the July 2018 Edition of the Martini Angle.   This month Kevin Martini, Branch Manager & Mortgage Strategist, will be talking about a headline that has caused some fear to home owners, home buyers and folks that are in the real estate arena. The fear is RECESSION!  Recession does not mean housing crisis...now no one truly knows when a recession will hit the U.S. economy however when it rears its head it is part of the natural cycle and most importantly it does NOT mean housing crisis. For more information on buying or selling real estate and information on getting a home loan check out www.MartiniMortgageGroup.com  while at our very informative website be sure to check out the article on 'Things to Consider When Buying a Home' - I believe it simply and ef

Trusted Raleigh mortgage lender, Kevin Martini with the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage, hosts episode 1 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast...this episode is about 'What Drives Mortgage Rates' A lot of families we work with wonder what makes home loan rates go up or down -- do you know what drives Raleigh mortgage rates?   For more information on buying or selling real estate and information on getting a home loan check out www.MartiniMortgageGroup.com  while at our very informative website be sure to check out the article on 'Things to Consider When Buying a Home' - I believe it simply and effectively communicates the current opportunity. For FREE and instant access simply go www.MartiniBuyerGuide.com  For trusted mortgage home loan advice, tune in and call the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage.   Enjoy the show and thank you in advance for subscribing and leaving your positive feedback.   Kevin Martini | NMLS ID 143962 | Branch Manager | Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage | Ar

Trusted Raleigh mortgage lender, Kevin Martini with the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage, hosts episode 10 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast...this episode is about the "MUST-HAVES" | "SHOULD-HAVES" | "ABSOLUTE WISH LIST" So, you are starting to look for a home.  There is no question that looking for a home today is materially different than when our parents purchased their first home and heck, it is very different from when I purchased my first home.  The process may have shifted and become more automated however today there are some old schools technics that my wife and I created that are timeless in today's digital world. For more information on buying or selling real estate and information on getting a home loan check out www.MartiniMortgageGroup.com  while at our very informative website be sure to check out the article on 'Things to Consider When Buying a Home' - I believe it simply and effectively communicates the current opportunity. For FREE and instant access simply go www.MartiniBuyerGuid

Trusted Raleigh mortgage lender, Kevin Martini with the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage, hosts episode 9 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast...this episode is all about the 8 benefits to owning a home. June is National Homeownership Month however Kevin Martini believes that every month is a celebration of homeownership.   For more information on 'Things to Consider When Buying a Home' check out Kevin Martini's Summer 2018 Home Buyer Guide.   For FREE and instant access simply go www.MartiniBuyerGuide.com  For trusted mortgage home loan advice, tune in and call the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage.   Enjoy the show and thank you in advance for subscribing and leaving your positive feedback.   Kevin Martini | NMLS ID 143962 | Branch Manager | Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage | Ark-La-Tex Financial Services, LLC NMLS ID 2143 | 5650 Six Forks Road, Suite 101 Raleigh, NC 27609 | (919) 238-4934 | www.KevinMartini.com | kevin.Martini@Benchmark.us | Equal Housing Opportunity  

Trusted Raleigh mortgage lender, Kevin Martini with the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage hosts episode 8 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast...this episode is all about things to consider when buying a home.   Just released is the Kevin Martini Things to Consider when Buying a Home...this 20+ page Home Buyer Guide simply and effectively communicates the current market opportunity. For FREE and instant access simply go www.MartiniBuyerGuide.com  For trusted mortgage home loan advice, tune in and call the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage.   Enjoy the show and thank you in advance for subscribing and leaving your positive feedback.   Kevin Martini | NMLS ID 143962 | Branch Manager | Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage | Ark-La-Tex Financial Services, LLC NMLS ID 2143 | 5650 Six Forks Road, Suite 101 Raleigh, NC 27609 | (919) 238-4934 | www.KevinMartini.com | kevin.Martini@Benchmark.us | Equal Housing Opportunity

Kevin Martini is a trusted Raleigh mortgage lender with the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage.  Kevin hosts episode 7 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast | Things a millennial needs to know about buying a home.   Millennials represent the largest segment of the U.S. population and many people stereotype this generation and there are a ton of myths about this generation and I really do not know why. Enjoy, share and thank you in advance for leaving a 5 Star review on iTunes. If you are currently in a starter or trade-up house that no longer fits your needs and you are looking to step into a luxury home, now is the time to list your house for sale and make your dreams come true. If the right thing for you and your family is to purchase a home this year, buying sooner rather than later could lead to substantial savings.  Call the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage so we can get together to evaluate your opportunities. Kevin Martini | NMLS ID 143962 | Branch Manager | Martini Mortgage Group at Be

Kevin Martini is a Raleigh mortgage lender with the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage. Kevin hosts episode 006 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast | 5 Financial Reasons to Buy a Home.  Let me share the #MartinFactor talking points: #MartiniFactor talking point #1, housing is one of the only leveraged investments still available today. #MartiniFactor talking point #2, when you rent you are paying for a mortgage, you are just paying your landlord’s mortgage for them.  #MartiniFactor talking point #3, owning a home I usually a form of forced savings.  #MartiniFactor talking point #4, there may be substantial tax benefits to owning a home and having a mortgage. #MartiniFactor talking point #5, owning a home is typically a hedge against inflation. Enjoy & share & thank you in advance for leaving a 5 Star review on iTunes. Kevin Martini | NMLS ID 143962 | Branch Manager | Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage | Ark-La-Tex Financial Services, LLC NMLS ID 2143 | 5650 Six Forks Road, Suite 101 Ra

Kevin Martini with the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage hosts episode 005 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast | 3 Tips for making a First-Time Home Purchase go Smoothly.  These 3 tips can be summarized as: 1) do NOT just be ready & willing 2) understand expectation and timelines 3) know the provisions.   For trusted mortgage home loan advice, tune in and call the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage.   Enjoy the show and thank you in advance for subscribing and leaving your positive feedback.  

Martini Mortgage Podcast Episode 004 is the Kevin Martini Market Perspective.  This special edition was recorded live and on the day that mortgage home loan rates jumped to a 7-Year high according to data from Freddie Mac.  The Martini Mortgage Group at benchmark mortgage right now is monitoring the 10-Year Treasury -- listen, learn and enjoy.  Thank you in advance for subscribing to the the show and for your positive feedback.    

Martini Mortgage Podcast Episode 003 is a snap-shot of the Martini Angle which is a a comprehensive look at the real estate and mortgage markets by Kevin Martini.  In the May 2018 edition, Kevin Martini, a mortgage strategist and founder of the Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage will share data about the first quarter of 2018 and discuss: Change in Price, Total Home Sales, Percent Change in Price, Buyer Traffic, information on the home loan rate environment and more.  Enjoy this episode and thank you in advance for subscribing and commenting on the show!  Oh by the way, if you or someone you know has questions about mortgage rates or home loan products -- just give us a call at (919) 238-4934 or check out our website: www.MartiniMortgageGroup.com

Episode 002 of the Martini Mortgage Podcast is about not only the 4 Common Homebuyer Questions but also the answers to the 4 Common Home Buyer Questions. Kevin Martini, the founder of the Martini Mortgage Group, believes there is a difference between what you want to pay every month and what you can afford to pay. It is critical that you have price and cost clarity before you go searching for the perfect place to call home. Kevin Martini | NMLS ID 143962 | Branch Manager | Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage | Ark-La-Tex Financial Services, LLC NMLS ID 2143 | 5650 Six Forks Road, Suite 101 Raleigh, NC 27609 | (919) 238-4934 | www.KevinMartini.com | kevin.Martini@Benchmark.us | Equal Housing Opportunity

Many are thinking of buying a home in Raleigh and are wondering if they should wait until next year to buy a home instead of doing it now. Perhaps you are one of those folks? If that is the case, Episode 001 of the Martini Experience, is perfect for you to listen to . Kevin Martini, the founder and lead mortgage strategist with the Martini Mortgage Group will be sharing the difference between cost vs price. If you are a home seller, you should be most concerned about ‘short-term price’ - in other words, where home values are headed over the next six months. Now if you are a home buyers, you must not be concerned about price but instead, about the ‘long-term cost’ of the home. Kevin Martini | NMLS ID 143962 | Branch Manager | Martini Mortgage Group at Benchmark Mortgage | Ark-La-Tex Financial Services, LLC NMLS ID 2143 | 5650 Six Forks Road, Suite 101 Raleigh, NC 27609 | (919) 238-4934 | www.KevinMartini.com | kevin.Martini@Benchmark.us | Equal Housing Opportunity