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Reflections of south sister on sparks lake

July 14, 2025

Matt Boytz

A Smarter Way to Tap Home Equity Without Losing Your Low Rate

Let’s talk about a HELOC that actually works for today’s homeowners. If you’ve built up equity... See More

Scenic view of the Three Sisters Mountains near Bend, Oregon, under a summer sky

July 2, 2025

Matt Boytz

Yes, You Can Finance That: Unique Homes with Conventional Loans in Oregon

At Bend Mortgage Brokers, we hear it all the time:“My bank said they can’t finance it.”“They... See More

June 24, 2025

Matt Boytz

“USDA Home Loans: No Farms, No Down Payment, No City Limits

Sorry for the let down- there are no cows allowed on USDA mortgages. On the bright side USDA loans are... See More

May 15, 2025

Matt Boytz

2025 Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac AMI Limit Update

2025 Income Limits Just Expanded – Big Changes for First-Time Buyers in Central Oregon Hot off the... See More

April 4, 2025

Matt Boytz

2025 Down Payments for Buying a House: VA, FHA, USDA, and More

One of the most common misconceptions we hear from homebuyers is: “Don’t you need 20% down to buy... See More

March 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Unlock the Benefits of VA Loans with Expert Guidance

VA Loans: The Best All-Around Mortgage Option VA loans are the best all-around mortgage out there. They... See More

February 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Home Loans Based on Assets Only, Not Income

If you’ve been struggling to get approved for a mortgage because your income doesn’t fit... See More

December 26, 2024

Chandler Sawyer

What’s the Deal with Closing Costs?

Understanding Closing Costs When Buying a Home Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it involves... See More

New Central Library at DR Horton Stevens Ranch New constructoin

December 19, 2024

Matt Boytz

Unleash the Potential with Construction and Renovation Loans

New Builds and Renovations Made Easy I’m excited to talk about two of my favorite product types... See More

Home Loan Programs

November 26, 2024

Matt Boytz

2025 Conventional Loan Limits Effective Today, FHA Loan Limits Announced for 1/1/2025

New Conventional Loan Limits for 2025 Are Here! Effective immediately, the new loan limits for 2025 Fannie... See More

November 16, 2024

Matt Boytz

Mortgages From Brokers are Cheaper- Let’s Help You Save

Why You Might Be Paying Too Much Without Realizing It A question for you: knowing that the typical rate... See More

November 14, 2024

Matt Boytz

Oregon Flex 0% Down Payment- New and Improved Zero Down Home Loan Programs Added

Updated Oregon Flex Loan Program – New 0% Down FirstHome & NextStep Programs As of November 1st,... See More

October 23, 2024

Matt Boytz

Buying a Second Home vs. Buying Your Second Home

Buying a New Primary Residence vs. a Second Home: Clarifying the Differences There’s a lot of confusion... See More

July 8, 2024

Matt Boytz

Bend Mortgage Brokers- Your Local Farm and Ag Lending Experts

Our Agricultural Loan Products- Tailored Solutions for Rural and Agricultural Needs I am excited to announce... See More

May 15, 2024

Matt Boytz

Mortgage Rate Shopping 101- How to Compare Rates and Fees

Did you know almost half of all borrowers don’t shop for their mortgage? Retail Lenders know this... See More

March 20, 2024

Matt Boytz

Unlocking Homeownership Dreams: Bend’s First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program

We officially have another great opportunity for buyers needing help with their down payment! Thanks... See More

December 18, 2023

Matt Boytz

Bend Mortgage Brokers- Why a Broker?

Bend Mortgage Brokers is different than your majority of mortgage companies. We are a small boutique... See More

November 9, 2023

Matt Boytz

Deschutes County ADU Code Changes

A big change is on the way for Rural Deschutes county residents. Starting 12/1/2023 Residents in Deschutes... See More

Home Loan Programs

October 23, 2023

Matt Boytz

FHA Now Accepting ADU Rental Income

In a huge change of policy last week the FHA has said you can now use ADU rental income to Qualify on... See More

October 4, 2023

Matt Boytz

House Hacking Getting More Affordable

Fannie Mae just announced loosened down payment restrictions on 2-4 unit properties. What used to be... See More

Manufactured Home in Terrebonne, FHA Conventional and VA

September 22, 2023

Matt Boytz

Manufactured Homes

Contrary to popular belief manufactured homes qualify for the majority of home loan programs including:... See More

September 19, 2023

Matt Boytz

Work from Home Capital of the USA

Bend is yet again at the top of a few lists of “work from home” cities. While a hot topic... See More

September 11, 2023

Matt Boytz

Relocations

Relocating for Work? You Can Buy a Home Before Starting Your New Job! If you’re planning a move... See More

Rain over the Volvo dealership in Bend Oregon

September 1, 2023

Matt Boytz

Waiting for that big market crash? You may not want hold your breath waiting for foreclosures.

If you are waiting for that big market crash that some people love to talk about, I wouldn’t hold your... See More

July 2, 2025

Matt Boytz

Yes, You Can Finance That: Unique Homes with Conventional Loans in Oregon

At Bend Mortgage Brokers, we hear it all the time:“My bank said they can’t finance it.”“They... See More

June 24, 2025

Matt Boytz

“USDA Home Loans: No Farms, No Down Payment, No City Limits

Sorry for the let down- there are no cows allowed on USDA mortgages. On the bright side USDA loans are... See More

April 4, 2025

Matt Boytz

2025 Down Payments for Buying a House: VA, FHA, USDA, and More

One of the most common misconceptions we hear from homebuyers is: “Don’t you need 20% down to buy... See More

March 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Unlock the Benefits of VA Loans with Expert Guidance

VA Loans: The Best All-Around Mortgage Option VA loans are the best all-around mortgage out there. They... See More

November 16, 2024

Matt Boytz

Mortgages From Brokers are Cheaper- Let’s Help You Save

Why You Might Be Paying Too Much Without Realizing It A question for you: knowing that the typical rate... See More

May 15, 2024

Matt Boytz

Mortgage Rate Shopping 101- How to Compare Rates and Fees

Did you know almost half of all borrowers don’t shop for their mortgage? Retail Lenders know this... See More

December 18, 2023

Matt Boytz

Bend Mortgage Brokers- Why a Broker?

Bend Mortgage Brokers is different than your majority of mortgage companies. We are a small boutique... See More

July 2, 2025

Matt Boytz

Yes, You Can Finance That: Unique Homes with Conventional Loans in Oregon

At Bend Mortgage Brokers, we hear it all the time:“My bank said they can’t finance it.”“They... See More

July 8, 2024

Matt Boytz

Bend Mortgage Brokers- Your Local Farm and Ag Lending Experts

Our Agricultural Loan Products- Tailored Solutions for Rural and Agricultural Needs I am excited to announce... See More

July 14, 2025

Matt Boytz

A Smarter Way to Tap Home Equity Without Losing Your Low Rate

Let’s talk about a HELOC that actually works for today’s homeowners. If you’ve built up equity... See More

July 2, 2025

Matt Boytz

Yes, You Can Finance That: Unique Homes with Conventional Loans in Oregon

At Bend Mortgage Brokers, we hear it all the time:“My bank said they can’t finance it.”“They... See More

June 24, 2025

Matt Boytz

“USDA Home Loans: No Farms, No Down Payment, No City Limits

Sorry for the let down- there are no cows allowed on USDA mortgages. On the bright side USDA loans are... See More

May 15, 2025

Matt Boytz

2025 Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac AMI Limit Update

2025 Income Limits Just Expanded – Big Changes for First-Time Buyers in Central Oregon Hot off the... See More

April 4, 2025

Matt Boytz

2025 Down Payments for Buying a House: VA, FHA, USDA, and More

One of the most common misconceptions we hear from homebuyers is: “Don’t you need 20% down to buy... See More

March 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Unlock the Benefits of VA Loans with Expert Guidance

VA Loans: The Best All-Around Mortgage Option VA loans are the best all-around mortgage out there. They... See More

February 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Home Loans Based on Assets Only, Not Income

If you’ve been struggling to get approved for a mortgage because your income doesn’t fit... See More

December 26, 2024

Chandler Sawyer

What’s the Deal with Closing Costs?

Understanding Closing Costs When Buying a Home Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it involves... See More

December 19, 2024

Matt Boytz

Unleash the Potential with Construction and Renovation Loans

New Builds and Renovations Made Easy I’m excited to talk about two of my favorite product types... See More

Home Loan Programs

November 26, 2024

Matt Boytz

2025 Conventional Loan Limits Effective Today, FHA Loan Limits Announced for 1/1/2025

New Conventional Loan Limits for 2025 Are Here! Effective immediately, the new loan limits for 2025 Fannie... See More

November 16, 2024

Matt Boytz

Mortgages From Brokers are Cheaper- Let’s Help You Save

Why You Might Be Paying Too Much Without Realizing It A question for you: knowing that the typical rate... See More

November 14, 2024

Matt Boytz

Oregon Flex 0% Down Payment- New and Improved Zero Down Home Loan Programs Added

Updated Oregon Flex Loan Program – New 0% Down FirstHome & NextStep Programs As of November 1st,... See More

October 23, 2024

Matt Boytz

Buying a Second Home vs. Buying Your Second Home

Buying a New Primary Residence vs. a Second Home: Clarifying the Differences There’s a lot of confusion... See More

July 8, 2024

Matt Boytz

Bend Mortgage Brokers- Your Local Farm and Ag Lending Experts

Our Agricultural Loan Products- Tailored Solutions for Rural and Agricultural Needs I am excited to announce... See More

March 20, 2024

Matt Boytz

Unlocking Homeownership Dreams: Bend’s First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program

We officially have another great opportunity for buyers needing help with their down payment! Thanks... See More

February 7, 2024

Matt Boytz

Oregon FLEX Loan- Down Payment Assistance. 0% Down from you!

I am excited to announce I am now able to offer the State of Oregon’s FLEX Loan. This allows 0%... See More

November 9, 2023

Matt Boytz

Deschutes County ADU Code Changes

A big change is on the way for Rural Deschutes county residents. Starting 12/1/2023 Residents in Deschutes... See More

Home Loan Programs

October 23, 2023

Matt Boytz

FHA Now Accepting ADU Rental Income

In a huge change of policy last week the FHA has said you can now use ADU rental income to Qualify on... See More

September 22, 2023

Matt Boytz

Manufactured Homes

Contrary to popular belief manufactured homes qualify for the majority of home loan programs including:... See More

September 11, 2023

Matt Boytz

Relocations

Relocating for Work? You Can Buy a Home Before Starting Your New Job! If you’re planning a move... See More

April 4, 2025

Matt Boytz

2025 Down Payments for Buying a House: VA, FHA, USDA, and More

One of the most common misconceptions we hear from homebuyers is: “Don’t you need 20% down to buy... See More

December 26, 2024

Chandler Sawyer

What’s the Deal with Closing Costs?

Understanding Closing Costs When Buying a Home Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it involves... See More

June 24, 2025

Matt Boytz

“USDA Home Loans: No Farms, No Down Payment, No City Limits

Sorry for the let down- there are no cows allowed on USDA mortgages. On the bright side USDA loans are... See More

October 23, 2024

Matt Boytz

Buying a Second Home vs. Buying Your Second Home

Buying a New Primary Residence vs. a Second Home: Clarifying the Differences There’s a lot of confusion... See More

March 20, 2024

Matt Boytz

Unlocking Homeownership Dreams: Bend’s First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program

We officially have another great opportunity for buyers needing help with their down payment! Thanks... See More

Home Loan Programs

October 23, 2023

Matt Boytz

FHA Now Accepting ADU Rental Income

In a huge change of policy last week the FHA has said you can now use ADU rental income to Qualify on... See More

October 4, 2023

Matt Boytz

House Hacking Getting More Affordable

Fannie Mae just announced loosened down payment restrictions on 2-4 unit properties. What used to be... See More

September 19, 2023

Matt Boytz

Work from Home Capital of the USA

Bend is yet again at the top of a few lists of “work from home” cities. While a hot topic... See More

July 2, 2025

Matt Boytz

Yes, You Can Finance That: Unique Homes with Conventional Loans in Oregon

At Bend Mortgage Brokers, we hear it all the time:“My bank said they can’t finance it.”“They... See More

May 15, 2025

Matt Boytz

2025 Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac AMI Limit Update

2025 Income Limits Just Expanded – Big Changes for First-Time Buyers in Central Oregon Hot off the... See More

April 4, 2025

Matt Boytz

2025 Down Payments for Buying a House: VA, FHA, USDA, and More

One of the most common misconceptions we hear from homebuyers is: “Don’t you need 20% down to buy... See More

March 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Unlock the Benefits of VA Loans with Expert Guidance

VA Loans: The Best All-Around Mortgage Option VA loans are the best all-around mortgage out there. They... See More

December 26, 2024

Chandler Sawyer

What’s the Deal with Closing Costs?

Understanding Closing Costs When Buying a Home Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it involves... See More

December 19, 2024

Matt Boytz

Unleash the Potential with Construction and Renovation Loans

New Builds and Renovations Made Easy I’m excited to talk about two of my favorite product types... See More

Home Loan Programs

November 26, 2024

Matt Boytz

2025 Conventional Loan Limits Effective Today, FHA Loan Limits Announced for 1/1/2025

New Conventional Loan Limits for 2025 Are Here! Effective immediately, the new loan limits for 2025 Fannie... See More

November 16, 2024

Matt Boytz

Mortgages From Brokers are Cheaper- Let’s Help You Save

Why You Might Be Paying Too Much Without Realizing It A question for you: knowing that the typical rate... See More

November 14, 2024

Matt Boytz

Oregon Flex 0% Down Payment- New and Improved Zero Down Home Loan Programs Added

Updated Oregon Flex Loan Program – New 0% Down FirstHome & NextStep Programs As of November 1st,... See More

November 9, 2023

Matt Boytz

Deschutes County ADU Code Changes

A big change is on the way for Rural Deschutes county residents. Starting 12/1/2023 Residents in Deschutes... See More

Home Loan Programs

October 23, 2023

Matt Boytz

FHA Now Accepting ADU Rental Income

In a huge change of policy last week the FHA has said you can now use ADU rental income to Qualify on... See More

September 22, 2023

Matt Boytz

Manufactured Homes

Contrary to popular belief manufactured homes qualify for the majority of home loan programs including:... See More

September 19, 2023

Matt Boytz

Work from Home Capital of the USA

Bend is yet again at the top of a few lists of “work from home” cities. While a hot topic... See More

September 11, 2023

Matt Boytz

Relocations

Relocating for Work? You Can Buy a Home Before Starting Your New Job! If you’re planning a move... See More

September 1, 2023

Matt Boytz

Waiting for that big market crash? You may not want hold your breath waiting for foreclosures.

If you are waiting for that big market crash that some people love to talk about, I wouldn’t hold your... See More

March 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Unlock the Benefits of VA Loans with Expert Guidance

VA Loans: The Best All-Around Mortgage Option VA loans are the best all-around mortgage out there. They... See More

October 23, 2024

Matt Boytz

Buying a Second Home vs. Buying Your Second Home

Buying a New Primary Residence vs. a Second Home: Clarifying the Differences There’s a lot of confusion... See More

October 4, 2023

Matt Boytz

House Hacking Getting More Affordable

Fannie Mae just announced loosened down payment restrictions on 2-4 unit properties. What used to be... See More

September 19, 2023

Matt Boytz

Work from Home Capital of the USA

Bend is yet again at the top of a few lists of “work from home” cities. While a hot topic... See More

September 11, 2023

Matt Boytz

Relocations

Relocating for Work? You Can Buy a Home Before Starting Your New Job! If you’re planning a move... See More

May 15, 2025

Matt Boytz

2025 Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac AMI Limit Update

2025 Income Limits Just Expanded – Big Changes for First-Time Buyers in Central Oregon Hot off the... See More

March 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Unlock the Benefits of VA Loans with Expert Guidance

VA Loans: The Best All-Around Mortgage Option VA loans are the best all-around mortgage out there. They... See More

Home Loan Programs

November 26, 2024

Matt Boytz

2025 Conventional Loan Limits Effective Today, FHA Loan Limits Announced for 1/1/2025

New Conventional Loan Limits for 2025 Are Here! Effective immediately, the new loan limits for 2025 Fannie... See More

November 16, 2024

Matt Boytz

Mortgages From Brokers are Cheaper- Let’s Help You Save

Why You Might Be Paying Too Much Without Realizing It A question for you: knowing that the typical rate... See More

November 14, 2024

Matt Boytz

Oregon Flex 0% Down Payment- New and Improved Zero Down Home Loan Programs Added

Updated Oregon Flex Loan Program – New 0% Down FirstHome & NextStep Programs As of November 1st,... See More

May 15, 2024

Matt Boytz

Mortgage Rate Shopping 101- How to Compare Rates and Fees

Did you know almost half of all borrowers don’t shop for their mortgage? Retail Lenders know this... See More

February 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Home Loans Based on Assets Only, Not Income

If you’ve been struggling to get approved for a mortgage because your income doesn’t fit... See More

December 19, 2024

Matt Boytz

Unleash the Potential with Construction and Renovation Loans

New Builds and Renovations Made Easy I’m excited to talk about two of my favorite product types... See More

July 2, 2025

Matt Boytz

Yes, You Can Finance That: Unique Homes with Conventional Loans in Oregon

At Bend Mortgage Brokers, we hear it all the time:“My bank said they can’t finance it.”“They... See More

June 24, 2025

Matt Boytz

“USDA Home Loans: No Farms, No Down Payment, No City Limits

Sorry for the let down- there are no cows allowed on USDA mortgages. On the bright side USDA loans are... See More

March 1, 2025

Matt Boytz

Unlock the Benefits of VA Loans with Expert Guidance

VA Loans: The Best All-Around Mortgage Option VA loans are the best all-around mortgage out there. They... See More

November 14, 2024

Matt Boytz

Oregon Flex 0% Down Payment- New and Improved Zero Down Home Loan Programs Added

Updated Oregon Flex Loan Program – New 0% Down FirstHome & NextStep Programs As of November 1st,... See More

March 20, 2024

Matt Boytz

Unlocking Homeownership Dreams: Bend’s First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program

We officially have another great opportunity for buyers needing help with their down payment! Thanks... See More