The Mortgage Sensei

Mortgage Rates · 11 states

Get a real rate quote, not a national average.

Advertised rates rarely match what you will actually receive. I shop many lenders for your exact scenario so the number you see is one you can use.

Many lenders compared

No-pressure quotes

Licensed in 11 states

What Moves Your Rate

Your rate is personal

Your rate depends on the loan program, your credit score, your down payment, the property and how long you lock. Market conditions also move rates from day to day.

I do not post a headline rate here because rates change daily and depend on your profile. A quote tied to your scenario is the number that matters.

Credit score

Higher scores generally earn better pricing, and small score changes can move your rate.

Down payment and LTV

More equity usually means a lower rate and lower mortgage insurance costs.

Loan type and term

Conventional, FHA, VA and USDA loans price differently, as do 15-year and 30-year terms.

Rate lock

A lock protects your rate for a set period while you close. Longer locks can cost more.

How It Works

Four steps to your rate

01

Share a few details

Tell me about your goals, credit range, down payment and the property.

02

I shop many lenders

I compare pricing across my lender network for your exact scenario.

03

Compare the full picture

We look at rate, points, fees and monthly payment side by side.

04

Lock when you are ready

You choose the timing. I explain lock options so there are no surprises.

By Program

How each loan type prices

Every program has its own pricing and mortgage insurance rules. Here is what to expect from each.

Conventional

Rewards strong credit

Pricing improves with higher scores and larger down payments, and mortgage insurance can come off later.

FHA

Flexible credit rules

A low down payment option, with mortgage insurance built into the cost of the loan.

VA

Built for veterans

Competitive pricing for eligible borrowers, with no monthly mortgage insurance.

USDA

Rural and suburban homes

Low-cost financing for eligible properties and buyers, with income and location limits.

Common Questions

Mortgage rate FAQs

Why not list today's rate here?

Rates change daily and depend on your profile. A quote tied to your scenario is more useful than a headline number.

Will a rate quote hurt my credit?

I explain exactly what is pulled and when before anything happens, so you stay in control.

What is a rate buydown?

A buydown lowers your rate for a set time, or for the life of the loan, in exchange for an upfront cost. My rate buydown calculator shows the tradeoff.

Next Step

Get your personalized rate quote

Tell me about your scenario and I will compare pricing across many lenders. No pressure and no obligation.

Duane Buziak, NMLS #1110647, Coast2Coast Mortgage, LLC, NMLS #376205. Licensed in VA, FL, TN, GA, NC, SC, MD, DC, WV, TX and KY. Equal Housing Lender. This information is educational and is not an indication of loan qualification, approval or a commitment to lend. Rates, programs and guidelines change and are subject to credit approval.