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Welcome to Mortgage 101. Whether you’re a first-timer or just need a refresher, we’ve got the home financing details you’re looking for. This list of FAQs has been curated by our team members, based on common recurring questions. For a deeper dive into the mortgage experience, check out the Informed Lending Blog posts below. Better yet, drop us a line or give us a call at 480-776-2954.

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year 🎄✨💚 Happy Holidays from The Herd!

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year 🎄✨💚 Happy Holidays from The Herd!

✨ “The strength of a family, like the strength of an army, lies in its loyalty to each other.” — Don Vito Corleone

This year’s Bison Ventures holiday party celebrated mobster style through the decades. From timeless classics to bold looks, our team came together to honor another incredible year – proving that loyalty and connection are at the heart of everything we do.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from our Herd to yours! 🎄

Special thanks to Stuart and @rach.m.crawford for hosting. 🍾🦬

#bisonmafia #holidayparty #godfathervibes

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✨ “The strength of a family, like the strength of an army, lies in its loyalty to each other.” — Don Vito Corleone

This year’s Bison Ventures holiday party celebrated mobster style through the decades. From timeless classics to bold looks, our team came together to honor another incredible year – proving that loyalty and connection are at the heart of everything we do.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from our Herd to yours! 🎄

Special thanks to Stuart and @rach.m.crawford for hosting. 🍾🦬

#bisonmafia #holidayparty #godfathervibes

🎉 We Did it Again! 🎉

We’re thrilled to be recognized as one of the BEST PLACES TO WORK by the Phoenix Business Journal for the second year in a row! 🏆✨

A big thank you to the @phxbizjournal for this incredible honor and for celebrating workplace excellence in our community. And to our amazing team—your input, enthusiasm, and support make Bison Ventures more than just a workplace. You’ve created a community where collaboration and fun go hand in hand. 🦬❤️

Here’s to celebrating together and building an even brighter future!

#bestplacestowork #bisonventures #corporateculture #phoenixbusinessjournal #BPTW #leadersininformedlending
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#bestplacestowork #bisonventures #corporateculture #phoenixbusinessjournal

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🎉 We Did it Again! 🎉

We’re thrilled to be recognized as one of the BEST PLACES TO WORK by the Phoenix Business Journal for the second year in a row! 🏆✨

A big thank you to the @phxbizjournal for this incredible honor and for celebrating workplace excellence in our community. And to our amazing team—your input, enthusiasm, and support make Bison Ventures more than just a workplace. You’ve created a community where collaboration and fun go hand in hand. 🦬❤️

Here’s to celebrating together and building an even brighter future!

#bestplacestowork #bisonventures #corporateculture #phoenixbusinessjournal #BPTW #leadersininformedlending
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#bestplacestowork #bisonventures #corporateculture #phoenixbusinessjournal

TOMORROW! Join us as we tour six diverse listings in Arcadia Osborn, Rancho Ventura, Golden Keys, and more.

Check out the December Line-up ⬇️

▪️3302 N 63rd Street $1,390,000
Ciara Rubalcava & Heather MacLean, Compass

▪️5316 E Osborn Road $2,075,000
Bradley Opitz & Heather Wilson | Wilson Opitz Group | RETSY

▪️6237 E Pinchot Avenue $625,000
Byron Kline, The Agency

▪️4002 E Clarendon Avenue $780,000
Enrique Ceballos & Raymundo Navarro
My Home Group

▪️4127 E Edgemont Avenue $619,000
Caroline Harbeck Farkas, Blondie Wolfe & Associates | My Home Group

▪️4322 E Mulberry Drive $699,000
Natalia Ashley & Robin Orscheln, RO Luxury Group | Compass

Register on The Grove Tour app (link in bio) or email thegrovetour@gmail.com to attend. Breakfast included!

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#phoenixrealestate #lowerarcadia #oldtown #realtorhometour #thegrovetour

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TOMORROW! Join us as we tour six diverse listings in Arcadia Osborn, Rancho Ventura, Golden Keys, and more.

Check out the December Line-up ⬇️

▪️3302 N 63rd Street $1,390,000
Ciara Rubalcava & Heather MacLean, Compass

▪️5316 E Osborn Road $2,075,000
Bradley Opitz & Heather Wilson | Wilson Opitz Group | RETSY

▪️6237 E Pinchot Avenue $625,000
Byron Kline, The Agency

▪️4002 E Clarendon Avenue $780,000
Enrique Ceballos & Raymundo Navarro
My Home Group

▪️4127 E Edgemont Avenue $619,000
Caroline Harbeck Farkas, Blondie Wolfe & Associates | My Home Group

▪️4322 E Mulberry Drive $699,000
Natalia Ashley & Robin Orscheln, RO Luxury Group | Compass

Register on The Grove Tour app (link in bio) or email thegrovetour@gmail.com to attend. Breakfast included!

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#phoenixrealestate #lowerarcadia #oldtown #realtorhometour #thegrovetour

🌟 Trying to time the market? It’s not about chasing perfection—it’s about preparing for opportunity. At Bison Ventures, we’re here to help you take the next step confidently, no matter what the market says.

Remember, the best time to make your move is when YOU’RE ready. Let’s plan together and make your homeownership goals a reality.

Contact Senior Loan Officer @brandipaucekloans to learn the advantages of being a buyer in our current market or strategize to make your homeownership goals a reality when the time is right for you! 🏡

#informedlending #seniorloanofficer #realestategoals #bisonventures #dreambiglivebigger

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🌟 Trying to time the market? It’s not about chasing perfection—it’s about preparing for opportunity. At Bison Ventures, we’re here to help you take the next step confidently, no matter what the market says.

Remember, the best time to make your move is when YOU’RE ready. Let’s plan together and make your homeownership goals a reality.

Contact Senior Loan Officer @brandipaucekloans to learn the advantages of being a buyer in our current market or strategize to make your homeownership goals a reality when the time is right for you! 🏡

#informedlending #seniorloanofficer #realestategoals #bisonventures #dreambiglivebigger

Industry leaders don’t just shape their companies—they elevate the entire field. Watching our CEO, Stuart Crawford, guide an insightful discussion at The Mortgage Collaborative’s “12 Days of TMC” virtual conference was a proud moment for all of us at Bison Ventures.

Stuart reminded us of the power of networking—not just with potential sources of business, but across the industry, even among competitors. It’s the same collaborative spirit that drives The Herd’s commitment to supporting local charities each quarter, giving back to the communities we serve. Together, we create innovative solutions and build stronger foundations for the future. Thank you to @mtgcoop for facilitating this incredible conversation. 💥

#leadersininformedlending #collaborationovercompetition #leadershipinaction #bisonproud #bisonventures

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Industry leaders don’t just shape their companies—they elevate the entire field. Watching our CEO, Stuart Crawford, guide an insightful discussion at The Mortgage Collaborative’s “12 Days of TMC” virtual conference was a proud moment for all of us at Bison Ventures.

Stuart reminded us of the power of networking—not just with potential sources of business, but across the industry, even among competitors. It’s the same collaborative spirit that drives The Herd’s commitment to supporting local charities each quarter, giving back to the communities we serve. Together, we create innovative solutions and build stronger foundations for the future. Thank you to @mtgcoop for facilitating this incredible conversation. 💥

#leadersininformedlending #collaborationovercompetition #leadershipinaction #bisonproud #bisonventures

This Thanksgiving, we’re counting our blessings—and at the top of the list are YOU. To our clients, partners, friends, and family: thank you for allowing us to be part of your story. Your trust and support mean everything to us.

From our Bison Ventures family to yours, we wish you a day filled with gratitude and joy. 🦃✨

Happy Thanksgiving!

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This Thanksgiving, we’re counting our blessings—and at the top of the list are YOU. To our clients, partners, friends, and family: thank you for allowing us to be part of your story. Your trust and support mean everything to us.

From our Bison Ventures family to yours, we wish you a day filled with gratitude and joy. 🦃✨

Happy Thanksgiving!

Our company is about to celebrate our 3rd anniversary, and we are ready to grow with people who align with our values.

We are proud of our culture and know that it takes a solid team to drive success in the mortgage industry. That’s why we’ve built a platform designed to empower you – whether you’re an originator scaling your business or an operations expert keeping it all running seamlessly.

Our award-winning culture is based on collaboration, FUN, support to scale, and accessible leadership, which allows you to focus on what you do best and enjoy doing it!

🦬 RUN WITH OUR HERD. EMPOWER YOUR FUTURE.

DM us to have a confidential conversation about life at Bison.

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#loanoriginators #operationsspecialists #mortgagecareers #blazeyourtrail #bisonventures #empoweredsuccess #mortgagerecruiting #loanofficers

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Our company is about to celebrate our 3rd anniversary, and we are ready to grow with people who align with our values.

We are proud of our culture and know that it takes a solid team to drive success in the mortgage industry. That’s why we’ve built a platform designed to empower you – whether you’re an originator scaling your business or an operations expert keeping it all running seamlessly.

Our award-winning culture is based on collaboration, FUN, support to scale, and accessible leadership, which allows you to focus on what you do best and enjoy doing it!

🦬 RUN WITH OUR HERD. EMPOWER YOUR FUTURE.

DM us to have a confidential conversation about life at Bison.

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#loanoriginators #operationsspecialists #mortgagecareers #blazeyourtrail #bisonventures #empoweredsuccess #mortgagerecruiting #loanofficers

🚨 Moon Valley Home Tour - TOMORROW! 🌙

Attention agents! Join us for an exclusive tour of Moon Valley, one of Phoenix’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Known for its hiking trails, mountain views, prime location, and the iconic Moon Valley Country Club, this area offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and convenience your buyers are looking for. 🌟

Seven homes ranging from $549,000 to $1,075,000 🏡

Register to attend on the MVHT app - link in bio 🔗

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#moonvalleyrealestate #agenthometours #phoenixneighborhoods #moonvalleyhomes #bisonventures #luxurylistings

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🚨 Moon Valley Home Tour - TOMORROW! 🌙

Attention agents! Join us for an exclusive tour of Moon Valley, one of Phoenix’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Known for its hiking trails, mountain views, prime location, and the iconic Moon Valley Country Club, this area offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and convenience your buyers are looking for. 🌟

Seven homes ranging from $549,000 to $1,075,000 🏡

Register to attend on the MVHT app - link in bio 🔗

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#moonvalleyrealestate #agenthometours #phoenixneighborhoods #moonvalleyhomes #bisonventures #luxurylistings

Today, we honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Your sacrifices will never be forgotten. #🇺🇸

#veteransday #thankyouforyourservice #veteransday🇺🇸

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Today, we honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Your sacrifices will never be forgotten. #🇺🇸

#veteransday #thankyouforyourservice #veteransday🇺🇸

What an amazing two days at the @nikolamotorcompany Wellness Fair, connecting with their fantastic team! We were blown away by the innovative facilities and applaud their mission to create a zero-emissions transportation world! 🌎 🍃🚛

Big thanks to our friend Shawn West, CuraFin Founder, for making this preferred corporate partnership possible. Shoutout to Loan Officer @mortgage_jules_ for sharing her mortgage expertise and helping attendees along their paths to homeownership! 🏡

#follownoone #NKLA #preferredlender #bisonventures #localbusiness #curafinanceira

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What an amazing two days at the @nikolamotorcompany Wellness Fair, connecting with their fantastic team! We were blown away by the innovative facilities and applaud their mission to create a zero-emissions transportation world! 🌎 🍃🚛

Big thanks to our friend Shawn West, CuraFin Founder, for making this preferred corporate partnership possible. Shoutout to Loan Officer @mortgage_jules_ for sharing her mortgage expertise and helping attendees along their paths to homeownership! 🏡

#follownoone #NKLA #preferredlender #bisonventures #localbusiness #curafinanceira

📣 THIS THURSDAY!!!

We invite all agents to join us for a market update like only Tina Tamboer can deliver.

Registration link in bio 🔗

#thecromfordreport #bisonventures #maricopacountystats

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📣 THIS THURSDAY!!!

We invite all agents to join us for a market update like only Tina Tamboer can deliver.

Registration link in bio 🔗

#thecromfordreport #bisonventures #maricopacountystats

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the INFORMEDLENDING BLOG

Frequently Asked Questions

The Bison Ventures Client Journey

Mortgage Acronyms – What You Should Know

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LENDING BLOG