What’s the Difference Between a Mortgage Broker and The Cowart Team’s Single-Shelf Model?

Fixed Rate vs. Variable Rate Mortgage: 7 Strategies for Henrico Buyers Deciding Between Them

A mortgage broker like Duane Buziak shops your file across multiple wholesale lenders, while The Cowart Team originates through one lender, NFM Lending. This article explains what’s the difference between a mortgage broker and The Cowart Team’s single-shelf model for Henrico buyers, with a side-by-side table, a worked payment example using hypothetical rates, and questions to ask any Glen Allen or Short Pump loan officer.

What Are the VA Loan Benefits for Veterans Buying in Henrico County, VA?

What Are the VA Loan Benefits for Veterans Buying in Henrico County, VA?

What are the top VA loan benefits for veterans buying in Henrico County? Duane Buziak explains no required down payment, no monthly mortgage insurance, and flexible credit and rate terms, using a worked $450,000 Glen Allen-area example. The article also covers Henrico-specific details like property tax relief, VA appraisal rules, and the steps to get started from Short Pump to Tuckahoe.

7 Strategies for Veterans Seeking a Mortgage Without a VA Loan in Henrico

7 Strategies for Veterans Seeking a Mortgage Without a VA Loan in Henrico

A VA loan is not the right fit for every veteran, and Henrico County buyers have other strong options. Duane Buziak, a Glen Allen mortgage broker, explains seven strategies for getting a mortgage for veterans without a VA loan, including FHA financing, and shows who each program suits so you can choose with confidence.