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Save Money with Refinance: Stop Overpaying on Your Mortgage!
Let’s be blunt: If you're still hanging on to a stale mortgage just because that’s what you’ve always had, or because you're waiting for rates to get even lower, you're leaving money on the table. This isn’t about judging your financial decisions—it’s about strategizing your way to smarter wealth...

Clare R. Okyere
Sep 32 min read


🎯 Trigger Leads Are Finally Getting Banned - Here’s What It Means for Strategic Homebuyers
The newly passed Trigger Lead Ban gives homebuyers more control over their personal data, helping them avoid spam calls and focus on...

Clare R. Okyere
Aug 53 min read


Self-Employed? 5 Secrets to Getting Approved for a Home Loan
Self-employed borrowers need mortgage experts familiar with their unique needs. Being your own boss shouldn’t make buying a home harder -...

Clare R. Okyere
Jul 212 min read


Strategic Mortgage Planning: 3 Myths That Could Be Costing You Wealth
👋 Introduction: When it comes to homeownership, most people focus on rates, down payments, and timelines. But smart buyers go deeper:...

Clare R. Okyere
Jul 13 min read


What If 1% Down Was All It Took for a Home Loan? — A New Path to Homeownership for the Next Generation
They didn’t wait years to save up 20%. A 1% down loan helped them move in sooner and start building wealth today. If you’ve ever felt...

Clare R. Okyere
Jun 113 min read


How Your Mortgage Becomes a Forced Savings Account (And Why That’s a Good Thing)
Wondering if mortgage rates will drop in May 2025? Explore how inflation, tariffs, and economic uncertainty are shaping the housing market—and learn why comparing loan offers could save you thousands. Let O Capital Group guide your next move.

Clare R. Okyere
Jun 22 min read


6 Tips to Increase Your Credit Score
Is your low credit score holding you back from getting financed for a home? Follow these tips to bring that score up and make your dreams...

Clare R. Okyere
Jun 16 min read


Home Buying 101: 3 Steps to Make Home Buying Easy
Considering buying a home but not sure where to start? Join as we discuss 3 steps to make home buying easy: 1) Why Buy? 2) Get Prepared!...

Clare R. Okyere
May 307 min read


Need to Know Mortgage Terms & Vocab
If you aren't closely associated with a given industry, sometimes the vocabulary and acronyms used in that industry can be overwhelming....

Clare R. Okyere
May 204 min read


May 2025 Mortgage Rate Forecast: What Tariffs and Inflation Mean for Rates
Wondering if mortgage rates will drop in May 2025? Explore how inflation, tariffs, and economic uncertainty are shaping the housing market—and learn why comparing loan offers could save you thousands. Let O Capital Group guide your next move.

Clare R. Okyere
May 133 min read


Home Buying - Types of Loans
Educate yourself on the various types of loans available during the home buying process. Are you new to the world of home buying? Learn...

Clare R. Okyere
May 94 min read


Do I Really Need 20% Down? 4 Home Buying Myths That Stop Strategic Buyers in Their Tracks
How to strategically leverage your income and assets to make smarter real estate moves this year... If you're a successful professional or self-employed business owner planning to buy, refinance, or invest in the next 6-12 months, this blog is for you. Your financial picture is more complex than average, and your mortgage strategy should reflect that.

Clare R. Okyere
May 53 min read


Smart Mortgage Moves for Strategic Buyers
How to strategically leverage your income and assets to make smarter real estate moves this year... If you're a successful professional or self-employed business owner planning to buy, refinance, or invest in the next 6-12 months, this blog is for you. Your financial picture is more complex than average, and your mortgage strategy should reflect that.

Clare R. Okyere
Apr 223 min read


🏡 5 Smart Ways to Use Your Home Equity in 2025
...there's a good chance you've built up a solid amount of home equity... but what is equity, and how can you make it work for you?

Clare R. Okyere
Apr 83 min read


How to Use a Mortgage Calculator to Plan Your Home Purchase Budget
Buying a home is one of the most exciting and significant financial decisions you can make. But before you dive into house hunting , it's...

Clare R. Okyere
Feb 263 min read


Build Your Wealth Through Home Equity
Unlocking the Power of Home Equity As a homeowner, your home’s equity is one of the most valuable financial assets you have. It is a...

Clare R. Okyere
Jan 73 min read


4 Essentials As You Prepare To Buy a Home
If purchasing a home is on your list of goals, the tips below will help you get started today. 1. Start With a Pre-Approval Many eager...

Clare R. Okyere
Jun 29, 20243 min read


O CAP CARES: Non-Profit Giveback
Our OCAP team is committed to making our community a better place to work and live, and we love supporting local non-profits who are...

Clare R. Okyere
Apr 15, 20242 min read


What is a Credit Score and Why Does it Matter?
We often hear talk of credit scores. What exactly are they, how are they calculated, and why do they matter? Read on to find out. Credit...

Clare R. Okyere
Apr 1, 20243 min read


What is DTI or Debt-to-Income Ratio?
As you apply for a home loan or refinance, you will hear the term debt-to-income ratio, or DTI. Read to learn what this means and how it...

Clare R. Okyere
Mar 1, 20243 min read
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