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Found a Good Mortgage Rate? Lock It In!

If you’ve secured a favorable mortgage rate, now is the time to lock it in before market conditions shift. Learn why rate locks matter for buyers in San Diego and Riverside County and how they can save you thousands.

Brad & Karen MattonenBrad & Karen MattonenDecember 1, 2025 · 1 min read

Found a great mortgage rate? Don’t wait — lock it in!

In today’s constantly shifting real estate and lending market, interest rates can climb without warning. A mortgage rate lock protects you from sudden increases, safeguarding your monthly payment and long-term affordability. Whether you’re shopping for a home in San Diego or Riverside County, locking a rate can save you thousands over the life of your loan.

In this video, we cover:
✔ What a mortgage rate lock is
✔ When it’s the right time to lock
✔ How rate changes impact your approval and payment
✔ Why buyers in Southern California benefit the most from rate protection

If you’re serious about buying, certainty matters—and a locked rate gives you negotiating power, confidence, and peace of mind.

Visit www.homesinsdcounty.com to search homes, learn programs, and contact Brad and Karen Mattonen with Big Block – LPT Realty for expert real estate guidance in San Diego and Riverside County.

📲 Brad Mattonen, REALTOR® | DRE #02062665 – 858-518-2875
📍 Serving San Diego County, Desert Communities & Riverside County

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Brad & Karen Mattonen
Written byBrad & Karen Mattonen

Questions about this article or your own move? Call 858-518-2875 or send us a message and we will walk you through it.

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