Erik Stauber

Mortgage Specialist &
Licensed Loan Officer

NMLS# 1876204

480-967-8286

erik@marketlinemortgage.com

Erik Stauber Mortgage Specialist & <br />Licensed Loan Officer

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Dreaming of Your Own Slice of Paradise? Vacation Home Buying Considerations

Dreaming of Your Own Slice of Paradise? Vacation Home Buying Considerations

Thinking about buying a vacation home? Whether it’s a beach condo or a quiet cabin in the mountains, owning a second property can offer both personal enjoyment and long-term value. But before you buy, it’s important to understand the financial

Jul 15, 2025 | Purchasing a Home

Cap Rate: Your Key to Smart Rental Property Investing

Cap Rate: Your Key to Smart Rental Property Investing

Thinking about buying a rental property? The cap rate is a very important tool for measuring potential income and risk. What Is Cap Rate?Cap rate (capitalization rate) is a percentage that shows how much annual income a property generates compared to its

Jul 10, 2025 | Purchasing a Home

A Guide to Using a Home Equity Loan for an Investment Property

A Guide to Using a Home Equity Loan for an Investment Property

If you're a homeowner with strong equity, now could be a great time to take the next step in building your financial future. One option to consider is using a home equity loan to buy an investment property. This approach can help you grow your real estate

Jul 08, 2025 | Refinancing a Home

Why Some Veterans Choose Conventional Loans Over VA Loans

Why Some Veterans Choose Conventional Loans Over VA Loans

VA loans have long been a key benefit for veterans, offering no down payment, competitive interest rates, and no private mortgage insurance (PMI). But today, some veterans are choosing conventional loans instead. This might seem surprising at first, but t

Jul 01, 2025 | VA Loans

The Mortgage Revolution: How AI is Shaking Things Up

The Mortgage Revolution: How AI is Shaking Things Up

In the past, applying for a mortgage involved stacks of paperwork, long wait times, and confusing loan terms. But technology—especially artificial intelligence (AI)—is helping make this process much faster and easier. What AI Does in Mortgages

Jun 24, 2025 | Purchasing a Home

What's Rent-vesting and Can It Help Me Become a Homeowner?

What's Rent-vesting and Can It Help Me Become a Homeowner?

A New Path to Homeownership Rent-vesting is an approach where you rent the home you live in and buy an investment property in a more affordable area. It’s a strategy that gives buyers flexibility—especially those priced out of their local mark

Jun 17, 2025 | Purchasing a Home