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June 20265 min read

Arcasa Launches a Refinance Prospecting Tool for Loan Officers

Upload your book of business and see, loan by loan, which past clients can refinance into a lower rate today, sorted by impact, with one click to start.

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Arcasa Launches a Refinance Prospecting Tool for Loan Officers

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MLB Wholesale Partners with Arcasa to Bring Energy-Smart DPA to Brokers Nationwide
June 20265 min read

MLB Wholesale Partners with Arcasa to Bring Energy-Smart DPA to Brokers Nationwide

MLB Wholesale and Arcasa are teaming up to bring the only Energy-Smart down payment assistance program to thousands of mortgage brokers across the country.

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The Most Versatile DPA in America
May 202612 min read

The Most Versatile DPA in America

There are 2,619 homebuyer assistance programs in the U.S. All but one fall into the same standard traps. Here's the case for the one that doesn't — and how loan officers are using it to close more deals.

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Solar Meets Mortgage: Why the Smartest People in the Industry Are Paying Attention
March 20268 min read

Solar Meets Mortgage: Why the Smartest People in the Industry Are Paying Attention

A conversation with a billion-dollar fintech founder and one of the country's top loan originators about the housing affordability crisis — and a product that's quietly changing the math.

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What the Big Beautiful Bill Means for Solar, and Why Arcasa Customers Are Still in Good Hands
July 20255 min read

What the Big Beautiful Bill Means for Solar, and Why Arcasa Customers Are Still in Good Hands

Learn how the elimination of the 30% federal solar tax credit affects homeowners and why Arcasa's unique model continues to deliver value without relying on government subsidies.

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Buying a Home Is Getting Shockingly Pricey: Here's Why
October 20257 min read

Buying a Home Is Getting Shockingly Pricey: Here's Why

Electricity is breaking budgets. Learn how data centers are driving power costs higher and how Arcasa's Energy-Smart mortgage helps homebuyers fight back.

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First-Time Homebuyer Guide for 2025
August 12, 20258 min read

First-Time Homebuyer Guide for 2025

Buying your first home is exciting – but in 2025, high prices and higher interest rates make affordability tough. This guide covers the essentials: finances, mortgage options, house hunting, and closing the deal.

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How to Use Down Payment Assistance in 2025
August 202512 min read

How to Use Down Payment Assistance in 2025

Discover how down payment assistance programs can help you overcome the biggest barrier to homeownership. Learn about eligibility, application process, and innovative programs like Arcasa's Energy-Smart DPA program.

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Arcasa Introduces Nationwide Energy-Smart DPA Program
July 20256 min read

Arcasa Introduces Nationwide Energy-Smart DPA Program

Arcasa partners with Down Payment Resource to offer Energy-Smart DPA program nationwide, combining down payment assistance with solar upgrades in one loan.

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From Mortgage to Solar to Mortgage (Through Solar)
July 202510 min read

From Mortgage to Solar to Mortgage (Through Solar)

A personal journey through the mortgage and solar industries, and how we're building a solution to make homeownership more affordable and sustainable.

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Why Arcasa Was Built Differently (and Why That Matters Now More Than Ever)
June 20257 min read

Why Arcasa Was Built Differently (and Why That Matters Now More Than Ever)

As major solar finance companies file for bankruptcy, learn why Arcasa's mortgage-first approach is uniquely positioned to thrive in today's changing landscape.

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