Diana Bachler

Assistant Branch Manager – NMLS# 231380
602.999.6825 | dianab@vipmtginc.com

Fresh Starts & Financial Focus

2026 home

A new year always brings a sense of renewal. It’s a chance to reset, rethink, and rebuild your goals. For many families, homeownership (or improving your current mortgage position) is one of the biggest goals on the list.

January is the perfect time to organize your finances, strengthen your credit, and make smart moves that set the tone for the rest of the year. Here’s how to do it, week by week.

Week – 1: New Year, New Home Goals

January gives you something priceless: a clean slate.
If owning a home, refinancing, or upgrading your living space is part of your long-term vision, this is the month to get intentional.

Start by getting clear on what you want:

  • Lower monthly payments?
  • A bigger kitchen?
  • More space?
  • A yard for kids or pets?
  • A home office?
  • A better location?

Your “why” matters more than you think. It keeps you focused during the mortgage process and helps you filter out distractions.

Most people overestimate what they need to buy a home. You don’t need perfect credit. You don’t need 20% down. You don’t need everything figured out.

You just need a plan and the right guidance.

Action Step:
Write a short 2025 Home Goals List with your top three priorities. Send it to me and I’ll help map out the smartest path forward.

Reach out to me if you’re ready to kickstart your 2026 financial goals.