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    Lavonte Robinson

    @lavonterobinson

    8+ Years of expertise

    Loan Officer | NMLS# 1771049 | Ruoff Mortgage NMLS# 141868

    Ruoff Mortgage

    Mortgage Loan Officer

    1670 Magnavox WayFort Wayne, IN 46804
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    About Lavonte

    Two beliefs I hold strongly are, "To Lead, You Must Serve" and "The Best is Yet to Come." From an early age, I was taught the importance of respect and honesty, and these values guide me as I assist you through the homebuying process.

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    How Much Cash Do You Need for a Fort Wayne Home?

    Fort Wayne

    How Much Cash Do You Need for a Fort Wayne Home?

    The 20% down payment rule keeps many Fort Wayne buyers on the sidelines. Here's what your cash-to-close could actually look like on a local home.

    Sep 14, 2026·4 min read·60
    Fort Wayne
    mortgage
    Buy Before You Sell: Excluding Your Old Mortgage From DTI

    Fannie Mae

    Buy Before You Sell: Excluding Your Old Mortgage From DTI

    Fannie Mae can let you exclude your current primary mortgage from debt-to-income ratios when buying a new home before selling — but only with the right equity…

    Sep 14, 2026·7 min read·80
    Fannie Mae
    DTI Ratio
    3 Things I'd Do Before Applying for a Mortgage

    Home Buying

    3 Things I'd Do Before Applying for a Mortgage

    Before you apply for a mortgage: review your monthly budget, hold off on new debt, and talk to a lender before you assume what you qualify for.

    Aug 27, 2026·4 min read·70
    Home Buying
    mortgage
    I Have Equity in My Home. Now What?

    Home Equity

    I Have Equity in My Home. Now What?

    Home equity gives you options—but not every option is right for your situation. Learn the math behind cash-out refinancing, HELOCs, and home equity loans, plus…

    Aug 27, 2026·2 min read·70
    Home Equity
    Homeownership
    Debt-to-Income Ratio Isn't Your Credit Score: Why It Matters

    Mortgage tips

    Debt-to-Income Ratio Isn't Your Credit Score: Why It Matters

    Your debt-to-income ratio (DTI) often decides your mortgage eligibility more than your credit score. Learn how DTI is calculated and how to lower yours today.

    Jul 23, 2026·8 min read·71
    Mortgage tips
    Home Buying
    Earnest Money: The Homebuyer Guide for Northeast Indiana

    Real Estate

    Earnest Money: The Homebuyer Guide for Northeast Indiana

    Confused by earnest money? Learn how this 'good faith' deposit works in the Northeast Indiana real estate market, from refund rules to closing cost credits.

    Jul 20, 2026·8 min read·60
    Real Estate
    Home Buying

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