Episodes

Episode 036 of Mortgage Beat Sometimes you just want to have a conversation. Police Mortgage loves having discussions with first responders concerning their home-buying needs. CEO John Aretos explains why. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to...

Episode 035 of Mortgage Beat CEO John Aretos talks about the pros on cons of the "For Sale By Owner" strategy. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mor...

Episode 034 of Mortgage Beat Taking money out of your home to make upgrades may be prudent under certain circumstances. CEO John Aretos explains when it makes sense. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortg...

Episode 033 of Mortgage Beat There are two components of the final walk-through when buying a property. CEO John Aretos details both and talks about why the amount of earnest money plays a factor. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply fo...

Episode 032 of Mortgage Beat Vivian Abraham and Dylan Walsh join CEO John Aretos to point out the fees some lenders charge for a pre-approval. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-49...

Episode 031 of Mortgage Beat Vivian Abraham and Dylan Walsh join CEO John Aretos to discuss the strategy of obtaining a mortgage today with an expectation of refinancing at a lower rate in 2025. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for ...

Episode 030 of Mortgage Beat Vivian Abraham and Dylan Walsh join CEO John Aretos to discuss the strategy of postponing your home-buying search until mortgage rates begin to fall. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go t...

Episode 029 of Mortgage Beat Vivian Abraham and Dylan Walsh join CEO John Aretos to discuss how FHA and VA loans may offer better rates than conventional mortgages for some home buyers. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home lo...

Episode 028 of Mortgage Beat CEO John Aretos provides common reasons why a property may fail a home inspection. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mo...

Episode 027 of Mortgage Beat Why are home inspections imperative and what's the difference from an appraisal? CEO John Aretos provides answers to both. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or cal...

Episode 026 of Mortgage Beat CEO John Aretos looks forward to the spring of 2024 as well as the rates and home-buying market we can likely expect. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312...

Episode 025 of Mortgage Beat CEO John Aretos details how a mortgage affects your credit score as well as what mortgage professionals look at when it comes to your past use of credit. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan ...

Episode 024 of Mortgage Beat CEO John Aretos gets home buyers ready for 2024 by explaining many nuances that the average consumer may not consider when beginning a search for a new property. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a ho...

Episode 023 of Mortgage Beat CEO John Aretos gives a brief update on mortgage rates and his outlook on homebuying for 2024. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #26816...

Episode 022 of Mortgage Beat There are different types of insurance associated with buying a new home. CEO John Aretos shares his expertise on what homebuyers need to understand. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go t...

Episode 021 of Mortgage Beat In this first episode of the Mortgage Beat’s second season, John Aretos talks about National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day as well as what it means to Police Mortgage and to him personally. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To ...

In this bonus episode, CEO John Aretos looks to next year and talks about expanding the brand in 2024. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – F...

In this bonus episode of the Mortgage Beat, John Aretos gives his opinions on the market in the fourth quarter of 2024. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Po...

Episode 020 of Mortgage Beat In this final episode of the Mortgage Beat’s first season, John Aretos looks back at the best tips and episodes of 2023 and looks forward to season two in 2024. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a hom...

Episode 019 of Mortgage Beat In honor of Veterans Day this week, CEO John Aretos details VA loans and why Police Mortgage recommends this option quite frequently. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage...

Episode 018 of Mortgage Beat While some municipalities, like Chicago, require their first responders to live in that city, other regions are different. CEO John Aretos provides a few tips for public-safety professionals when determining where to buy a home. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs...

Episode 017 of Mortgage Beat CEO John Aretos discusses strategies for home buying and refinancing as well as the respect the Police-Mortgage team has specifically for law enforcement. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan...

Episode 016 of Mortgage Beat Why should home buyers speak with a loan officer at least 60 days before they seriously begin looking at properties? John Aretos, CEO of Police Mortgage, gives you the reasons. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to...

Episode 015 of Mortgage Beat Is there ever any logic to tapping into the equity of your home? CEO John Aretos provides his expert opinions. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-88...