Real Estate NewsDecember 30, 2017Don’t want a bidding war? Avoid these neighborhoodsWant to avoid a bidding war? You might want to steer clear of the West Coast -- and particularly Seattle.
Mortgage NewsDecember 29, 2017Worth the risk? Not in these 16 housing marketsIf you want a low-risk home purchase, steer clear of Florida. The Sunshine State claims 10 of the nation’s 16 riskiest housing markets — markets where prices are outpacing incomes and rents are more affordable than mortgages.
Real Estate NewsDecember 28, 2017Will 2017 housing end on a high note?This year’s housing market should close out with a better performance than 2016, and with a strong economy and an improving job market in the works, 2018 could spell even better things to come down the line.
Real Estate NewsDecember 27, 2017Home prices rise – except in these statesIf you’re looking to avoid skyrocketing home prices, then try heading North. According to new data, that’s the only part of the country where prices are bucking national trends – and actually falling month over month.
Mortgage NewsDecember 26, 2017Alexa, pay my mortgage: Amazon partners with Quicken for game-changing mortgage offeringAmazon Alexa users can now use their device to make payments on their Rocket Mortgage loans, among other mortgage-related tasks.
Mortgage NewsDecember 25, 2017Lenders are loosening the reins; what FICO score do you need to get a mortgage?
Real Estate NewsDecember 24, 20172018 primed for a banner housing year; builders confident while renting lags
Real Estate NewsDecember 22, 2017Are the days of under-valued appraisals over? One study says it might be
USDA LoansDecember 21, 2017What is a USDA Loan? Eligibility, rates, advantages and downsides for 2018The USDA Rural Housing mortgage allows 100% financing and is available in most parts of the country. Review qualifications and get rates.
Real Estate NewsDecember 21, 2017No-budge buying: What today’s home buyers aren’t willing to compromise on
About MortgagesDecember 21, 201790 percent of borrowers think they got a great mortgage rate — but did they?A recent study showed that 90 percent of borrowers thought they got a great loan. But almost half of them did not compare, so they really don't know if they got the best mortgage rate or not.
ForeclosuresDecember 20, 201710 Years after the housing bust: today’s home foreclosure opportunitiesThe home foreclosure crisis has passed, thankfully, but foreclosure is still happening. Find out which parts of the country are still suffering, and where foreclosure deals can still be found.
About MortgagesDecember 19, 2017Spam or scam? Is this mortgage advertising for real?Mortgage advertising contains a minefield of information to pay attention t, and stuff to ignore as well. here's your guide to finding believable programs and mortgage rates
Real Estate NewsDecember 14, 2017The 2017 tax reform bill and real estate: what it means if you’re buying a homeMany homebuyers and property owners have questions about the new tax reform bill and real estate. Here's what you need to know about the possible effects on property ownership.
VA LoansDecember 14, 2017VA home loans: Getting your form DD 214To get a VA home loan, you usually have to submit form DD 214. Here's what you need to know about getting it, and what to do if you can't get one.
Federal ReserveDecember 13, 2017Fed hikes rates. What does it mean for your mortgage?The Fed hiked rates for just the fifth time since the financial crisis. What does that mean for mortgage rates?
Mortgage NewsDecember 13, 2017The Millennial home buyer gender gap: male vs. female mortgage characteristicsThe mortgage experience is not completely equal for the male versus female Millennial homebuyer.
