Mortgage NewsSeptember 24, 2019Average mortgage payments slide for the first time in yearsHome prices might be up, but American mortgage payments are actually falling, having dropped over 6 percent in just the last year.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 23, 2019Industry players encourage CFPB to remove DTI requirements from QM ruleA major industry player is urging the CFPB to remove DTI requirements from its qualified mortgage rule once the so-called “QM patch” ends.
First-Time Home BuyersSeptember 20, 201911 first-time home buyer mistakes to avoid [VIDEO]Everyone makes mistakes. But in home buying? Those mistakes can cost you dearly. Not only can they mean more in costs (think tens of thousands more), but they can also hinder your mortgage loan. Avoid these all-too-common first-time buyer mistakes:
Personal LoansSeptember 20, 2019How to buy a mobile/manufactured home with a personal loanManufactured homes can be tricky to finance. Here's how personal loans can help.
Mortgage RatesSeptember 19, 2019Mortgage rates spiked, but don’t cancel your loan search. Here’s whyMortgage rates are up this week according to Freddie Mac's weekly survey, but house hunters shouldn't lose heart. Here's why.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 19, 2019Crime, commutes, and community: Here are the top concerns for homebuyersAffordability is the No. 1 priority for today’s homebuyers, but that’s not all they want in a house. Research shows crime and commutes matter, too.
Federal ReserveSeptember 18, 2019Mortgage rates whipsaw after a divided Fed issues a rate cut: September 2019 Fed Meeting update
Mortgage NewsSeptember 18, 2019Good weather, even better home prices: The nation’s sweet spots for buying a houseWant great weather and affordable housing costs? Then consider buying a house in the Southeast. The region is America’s “sweet spot” for both.
Federal ReserveSeptember 17, 2019Here’s why the Fed is relentlessly pushing rates lower – and how it affects youThe Fed is feeling pressure to lower bank rates at this week's meeting. Learn how Trump and others are influencing the Fed, and how this might affect you.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 17, 2019Cabinets, counters, and appliances: What the dream home looks like by generationThe American dream home has white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. For Millennials, it's also in the suburbs.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 16, 2019Here’s how the September 2019 Fed meeting will affect your walletIf the Fed decides to cut the federal funds rate at this month's meeting, consumers could see savings reflected in mortgage rates and elsewhere.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 16, 2019These are the best cities for Generation Z around the worldAccording to a new analysis, the U.S. is home to three of the world’s best cities for Generation Z — Los Angeles, Boston, and New York.
Buying a homeSeptember 16, 2019Experts: Don’t wait until spring to buy a home. Buy in fall instead [VIDEO]Many home buyers assume spring or summer is the best time to buy a house. Experts disagree. Buying in the fall of 2019 can yield huge mortgage rate and home price savings.
RefinanceSeptember 13, 2019Refinance mortgage rates: 10 steps to get the best dealA time-proven method to get lenders to compete for your business. Want a ridiculously low rate? Do these 10 steps.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 13, 2019New app aims to add transparency between real estate agents, consumersA new app is looking to add more transparency to the homebuying process — particularly when it comes to real estate agents.
Mortgage RatesSeptember 12, 2019Trump: ‘Get our interest rates down to zero or less.’ What that means for mortgage ratesMortgage rates could be headed lower after mounting pressure on the Federal Reserve to make a historic rate cut.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 12, 2019Teachers have it hard with housing costs, but renting is worseHousing costs are hard for teachers. Starting teachers need to spend about 47 percent of their salary to afford a median-priced rental.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 11, 2019Survey says: Homeownership brings happiness — way more than rentingHomeownership equals happiness. A new survey says 93 percent of homeowners say having a house makes them happier than renting did.
Personal LoansSeptember 11, 2019How to get a personal loan to cover business expensesMany banks are hesitant to lend to small and new businesses. Fortunately, entrepreneurs can turn to a personal loan for business expenses.