Personal LoansSeptember 10, 2019Should you get a personal loan for wedding expenses?The average cost to get married today is nearly $39,000. Where are you going to come up with that kind of scratch? The answer may be a personal loan for wedding expenses.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 9, 2019Homebuyers are seeing longer house hunts; here’s what they plan to do about itActive homebuyers are seeing longer house hunts than they were a year ago. More than half have been searching for at least three months or longer.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 6, 2019New poll: Few Americans are looking to buy a home soonHomebuying competition should be low for the next year. Only a small fraction of adults are planning to buy a home in the coming 12 months.
About MortgagesSeptember 6, 2019How to choose the right closing dateYour closing date can make or break your move. Consider these five items when choosing when to close.
Real EstateSeptember 4, 20198 tips to make flipping a property a low-risk/high-reward propositionFlipping a property in quick fashion for profit can be a smart move. With the right planning and wise spending of your dollars, you can earn a pretty nifty return on your investment.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 4, 2019Out-of-state homebuyers are on the rise — especially in these sunny citiesHomebuyers are increasingly making moves out of state. Some major metros are seeing nearly six in 10 home shoppers coming from outside the state’s borders.
FHA Home BuyingSeptember 3, 2019FHA to allow ‘spot approvals’ — a practice it banned almost 10 years agoNew FHA condo mortgage changes that begin in mid-October will make condo buying easier for buyers with small down payments and less-than-perfect credit.
Mortgage ProductsSeptember 3, 20193 questions to ask when you’re considering an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM)Choosing an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) instead of fixed-rate loan can be a great way to save money on your loan. But, is it really your best choice?
Mortgage NewsSeptember 3, 2019The national homeownership rate might be down, but it’s still going strong in these statesThe rate of homeownership has declined nationally over the last decade, but in some affordable states, it’s stronger than ever.
Mortgage StrategySeptember 2, 2019How to avoid making a contingent offer on a homeYou don't always have to sell your house before buying another. Today's housing and mortgage markets offer options for a relaxed housing transition.
Personal LoansAugust 30, 2019Lender review: Discover personal loansHow good are Discover personal loans? Are they easy to get? Are they competitive and affordable? Should you choose one? Find out here.
Mortgage NewsAugust 30, 2019Older adults struggle with housing costs, study showsOlder adults are struggling with housing costs. According to new data, many are even willing to forgo retirement or share their space with strangers in order to stay afloat.
Personal LoansAugust 29, 2019When is a long term personal loan the right choice?Sometimes in life, we need to borrow large sums of money. Thankfully, long-term personal loans are available, if you qualify.
Personal LoansAugust 29, 2019Lender review: Wells Fargo personal loansYou may well want Wells Fargo on your shortlist of personal loan lenders.
Mortgage NewsAugust 28, 2019Make $5,250 per hour by doing this when you apply for a mortgageOne in three borrowers avoids mortgage rate shopping. It's a mistake that can cost thousands of dollars according to new government research.
Mortgage NewsAugust 28, 2019Here’s what Millennials want in a starter homeAs more and more Millennials become homebuyers, the picture of the American starter home is changing — and getting larger.
About MortgagesAugust 27, 2019What is a portfolio mortgage?What is a portfolio mortgage? It's a loan that the lender doesn't sell to investors. Instead, it keeps the loan on its own books. That means the lender can make its own rules, and be creative about its products.
Mortgage NewsAugust 27, 2019New platform launches for move-up buyers, giving home sellers the gift of timeA new home selling platform just launched to give move-up home sellers a way to market their properties before they hit the market.
RefinanceAugust 26, 2019Refinance now or wait in a very, very long lineRefinance wait times are about to get very long. Lenders weren't prepared. Here's how to refinance without waiting 60 days or more.
Mortgage NewsAugust 26, 2019Hurricane season is here, but data shows few homeowners are preparedIt might be the heart of hurricane season, but according to new data, homeowners are woefully underprepared — and underinsured.