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A sweeping new bill just changed how tip income, overtime, and tax deductions affect your mortgage — and it’s already unlocking more buying power for buyers across the country. Here’s what it means for you. 

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On July 4th, while you were lighting fireworks, Washington quietly lit up the mortgage industry. The "Big Beautiful Bill" is no longer a political talking point — it's the law. And it just rewrote the rules on what counts as income, how taxes are deducted, and what qualifies you for a home loan. 

In this episode, Anthony Valentino and Manley Haines break down what this legislation means for first-time buyers, current homeowners, and anyone looking to make their next move. From real-world examples of buyers qualifying for $100K more, to critical tax changes that impact your DTI, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss. 

We cover: 

• How tip income and overtime are now tax-free (up to $25,000)
• Who benefits from the raised SALT cap (especially high-cost states)
• Why your ADU, she-shed, or garage might be a tax write-off
• The return of the mortgage interest deduction and what it means for buyers
• Why builders are getting fresh incentives to tackle the inventory crisis
• Market impact of a $3 trillion deficit and what to expect with interest rates
• The updated Mortgage Rate Tracker and what’s driving recent volatility
• Rapid Fire Mortgage Buzzwords with Ryan Brasfield
• The “Don’t Be Dumb” moment and how mind shifts lead to approvals

Whether you’re a real estate agent, loan officer, buyer, or someone sitting on the sidelines — this episode lays out why now might be your moment. And if your CPA, lender, or agent hasn’t mentioned this bill… send them this episode.
 
Listen, learn, and let the new rules work in your favor.
 

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