Mortgage NewsNovember 18, 2019The best place to buy a home by generationOn the hunt for the best place to buy a home? It might be Grand Rapids, Memphis, or even Tucson — but it all depends on your generation.
VA LoansNovember 15, 2019Which Is Better, A Military Loan or FHA Financing?The military loan for homebuying, of VA mortgage, is a great benefit for eligible families. However, it's not the only loan available. There are private and other government-backed loans as well.
Mortgage NewsNovember 14, 2019Renting out a room? Here are the most common regretsThinking of renting out a room for extra cash? Then vet your tenants carefully. Homeowners are evicting renters more often than you think.
Mortgage NewsNovember 14, 2019FHA mortgage insurance premiums to hold steady in 2020FHA mortgage insurance will remain steady in 2020. Here's what that mean for homeowners and home buyers. Some can still get rid of FHA MIP this year.
Mortgage NewsNovember 13, 2019Homeowners are staying put longer — especially in TexasThere’s a reason why housing inventory is so low: Homeowners are staying in their homes longer than ever. According to a new analysis, homeowners in some cities are staying put for over two decades.
Mortgage NewsNovember 12, 2019Want to avoid high closing costs? Here’s where mortgage fees cost the mostMortgage fees vary greatly from lender to lender — and apparently from place to place. Average fees range anywhere from just $500 nearly $7,000.
Mortgage RatesNovember 11, 2019Mortgage rate predictions: Could the experts be wrong again?Mortgage rate predictions for 2019 were wildly incorrect. Rate forecasts for 2020 look good, but global economic changes could shake predictions next year.
Mortgage NewsNovember 11, 2019Offerpad ups the ante in iBuying, launches new home-renovation featureWant that new house move-in ready, but not prepared to put in the work? Offerpad has you covered with its newest feature.
First-Time Home BuyersNovember 7, 2019First-time homebuyer Q&A: How do down payment assistance programs work?
Mortgage NewsNovember 7, 2019Is the small town life for you? Here’s where you should headA small town often means lower housing costs and a better quality of life. Want to buy a house in one of these idyllic spots? Then head to Kansas.
Mortgage StrategyNovember 6, 2019How to find cheap vacation homes and low vacation home mortgage ratesYou could buy a vacation home this year and make some money on it, too. Learn where to look for cheap vacation homes and low vacation home mortgage rates.
Mortgage NewsNovember 6, 2019How home maintenance savvy are you? Study shows most Americans need serious helpCould you do general home maintenance tasks without the help of Google? According to a new analysis, very few Americans can.
Real Estate NewsNovember 5, 2019Could we see negative mortgage rates? New analysis shows it’s possibleAccording to a new analysis, negative mortgage rates just may be possible on American soil.
Real Estate NewsNovember 4, 2019Is the U.S. on the verge of its biggest housing boom ever?Some think the U.S. is about to have a massive housing boom. Will inventory go up and prices down? Experts weigh in on mortgage rates, shortages, and other factors.
Federal ReserveOctober 31, 2019Study: The real impact of Trump tweets on Federal Reserve interest policyNBER study says Trump tweets might have an impact on Federal Reserve policy. That could mean lower mortgage rates, but potentially dangerous consequences.
Mortgage NewsOctober 31, 2019Selling your house? These features may spook homebuyers offIf your home is in a high-crime area or near a waste management facility, prison, or former meth lab, then you’ll probably have trouble selling it. According to a new analysis, these are just some of the spooky features that send homebuyers running for the hills.
Federal ReserveOctober 30, 2019Mortgage rates drop as Fed issues third consecutive rate cutMortgage rates are starting the feel the effects of another Fed rate cut. What does a lower Fed rate mean for your mortgage?
Mortgage RatesOctober 30, 2019Thanks to mortgage rates, buying a home is the most affordable it’s been in almost three yearsAffordable housing is a reality right now, thanks to low mortgage rates. But with housing shortages and rising prices, affordability might not last long.
Mortgage NewsOctober 30, 20192020 will be a big year for first-time homebuyers, analysis showsNext year will be a big one for first-time homebuyers. According to new data, up to 9.2 million first-time buyers will hit the market between 2020 and 2022.