Mortgage Matters with The Mya Group

In this episode of Mortgage Matters, Mya , Chris, and Ang discuss the complexities of online interest rates and their impact on consumer behavior. They explore the misleading nature of advertised rates, the importance of execution in the lending process, and the ongoing class action lawsuit against a major online lender for steering clients towards higher-priced mortgages. The takeaways emphasizes...

The real estate market is shifting—and timing matters. In this episode, Mya, Ang and Chris discuss why acting now may give buyers a strategic advantage in today’s less competitive market, how corporate buyers are influencing housing trends, and what recent market news is signaling for the year ahead. We also covers interest rate forecasts for 2026 and how buyers can make informed decisions amid ch...

Mortgage Matters With The Mya Group just dropped a fresh one— This episode? Equal parts surprising , insightful , and can't-miss . 👀 Get to know the team with some surprising stories: one involves the Olympics, another the Foo Fighters 👀 #FunFactFriday (Trust us, you'll want to hear them.) Then we get into what really matters in today's real estate world : 📉 Interest rates on a rollercoaster 📌...

This impromptu episode goes off the rails in the best way possible! We dive into Ovie’s quest for that elusive hat trick to break Gretzky’s record (pre-game hype for the game we are going to tonight), Ang’s son catching for the first time, and a trip down memory lane discussing Ang’s softball days, while Mya proudly played the role of the softball Mom…Oh, and did we mention Chris played baseball?...

Buying a house that’s “full of potential” (aka, needs a ton of work)? The FHA 203K loan might be your new best friend. In this episode, Mya, Ang and Chris, break down this renovation loan—how it lets buyers roll home improvement costs into their mortgage (without needing a pile of cash upfront). They tackle the differences between the limited and standard 203K, why an FHA consultant might become y...

Renovating just got a whole lot easier! In this episode, Mya, Ang, and Chris unpack the Fannie Mae Homestyle Renovation Loan —a flexible option for financing home upgrades. They compare it to the FHA 203K (be sure to check out that episode), covering down payments, renovation limits, and who qualifies ( spoiler: it’s not just for primary residences ). Plus, they break down consultant roles, projec...

This week on Mortgage Matters, Mya, Chris, and Ang tackle the true costs of buying a home. From down payments and closing costs to prepaids and inspections, they break it all down—without breaking your budget. They also dive into the latest on buyer broker agreements, earnest money deposits, and points (the kind you pay, not earn). We invite you to dream out loud with us! Mya, Ang, Chris and Candi...

In this special guest episode that is relevant to the rate environment today, Mya dives deep into the complex world of mortgage rates and the secondary market with special guest Josh Burruss . To many, he is a mortgage executive with years of experience in the industry and a secondary market extraordinaire. To Mya, he is a friend, colleague, husband, father, and someone she considers a great resou...

In this 3 part series, Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice unpack credit. In the closing episode of the series, the team talks about consumer vs mortgage credit report/scores and the possible score range. We invite you to dream out loud with us! Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice Www. TheMyaGroup.com Let’s get social: https://www.facebook.com/TheMyaGroup https://www.instagram.com/themyagroup/

In this 3 part series, Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice unpack credit. In part 2, learn helpful tips to increase credit scores and how credit rescoring works. We invite you to dream out loud with us! Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice Www. TheMyaGroup.com Let’s get social: https://www.facebook.com/TheMyaGroup https://www.instagram.com/themyagroup/

In this 3 part series, Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice unpack credit. In part one, the team discusses the credit bureaus, credit mix, inquiries and how reporting works. We invite you to dream out loud with us! Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice Www. TheMyaGroup.com Let’s get social: https://www.facebook.com/TheMyaGroup https://www.instagram.com/themyagroup/

In this 4 part series, Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice breakdown the difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval, how technology streamlines the process and metrics used in the decisioning process. In this conclusion episode, learn about AUS (automated underwriting system), and how it is evolving the mortgage industry. Get your pre-approvals from The Mya Group! We invite you to dream out lou...

In this 4 part series, Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice breakdown the difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval, how technology streamlines the process and metrics used in the decisioning process. In Part 3, the team goes over the various factors and metrics analyzed to determine if someone is qualified. We invite you to dream out loud with us! Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice Www. TheMyaGroup.c...

In this 4 part series, Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice breakdown the difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval, how technology streamlines the process and metrics used in the decisioning process. In Part 2, learn how technology can increase efficiency and enhance the client experience. We invite you to dream out loud with us! Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice Www. TheMyaGroup.com Let’s get socia...

In this 4 part series, Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice breakdown the difference between pre-qualification and pre-approval, how technology streamlines the process and metrics used in the decisioning process. In Part 1, the team explains the key differences of being pre-qualified vs pre-approved. We invite you to dream out loud with us! Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice Www. TheMyaGroup.com Let’s get social:...

In part II, Mya, Ang and Chris are back to discuss mortgage insurance/financing fees in government mortgage loans. (FHA, VA and USDA)

In this extended episode, Mya, Ang and Chris dive deep into mortgage insurance for conventional mortgage financing. Learn different payment options, when it’s required and what affects the premium.

Join the team and learn about the two types of residential mortgages. Let’s get social: https://www.instagram.com/themyagroup https://www.facebook.com/TheMyaGroup https://www.linkedin.com/in/myatran/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-gansor-a8a02b7/

In this episode, Chris and Mya discuss the monthly cost of your mortgage. Let’s get social: https://www.facebook.com/TheMyaGroup https://www.instagram.com/themyagroup https://www.linkedin.com/in/myatran/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-gansor-a8a02b7/

Episode 1: The Mya Group. Us…and our podcast! In our premier episode, get to know us, our sense of humor and our history. How did we find each other to form our tribe? Discover how Mortgage Matters with The Mya Group will become your go-to resource because you customize your own listening experience. We invite you to dream out loud with us! Mya, Ang, Chris and Candice Www. TheMyaGroup.com Let’s ge...

An auditory “amuse-bouche”. Www. TheMyaGroup.com Let’s get social: https://www.instagram.com/themyagroup/ https://www.facebook.com/TheMyaGroup