Rent or Buy in 2026? Why the Real Question Isn't the Price Tag
Is it cheaper to rent or buy right now? Kyle Guldenpfennig and Charlie Chedester break down the real math behind the rent-vs-buy decision, straight from The Lofty Lender podcast.


Is it cheaper to rent or buy right now? Kyle Guldenpfennig and Charlie Chedester break down the real math behind the rent-vs-buy decision, straight from The Lofty Lender podcast.

Locked into a low mortgage rate but still carrying high-interest debt? Kyle Guldenpfennig and Charlie Chedester break down the "household interest rate" and how home equity can help you pay it down, straight from The Lofty Lender podcast.

Mortgage payment went up without a refinance? Des Moines lenders Kyle Guldenpfennig and Charlie Chedester explain escrow shortages and how to fix them.

Wire fraud costs home buyers millions every year. Learn how mortgage wire fraud scams work and the exact steps to protect your closing funds, straight from The Lofty Lender podcast.

Ankeny real estate agent Allison Hart shares what sellers get wrong, how emotional intelligence closes deals, and tips for scaling a local business.

Closing timelines in Iowa typically run 30–45 days — but the details matter. Learn what affects your timeline and how to keep your loan on track.
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