Articles by Craig Berry - Page 2

Curious about how housing inventory affects homebuyers? Get insights into current trends and what the future holds for the rest of the year.

Learn about the NAR settlement and its implications for homebuyers, including insights on navigating higher expenses in the home purchase process.

Explore the impact of the monumental $418 million NAR settlement on buyers, sellers, and real estate agents.

If you make $120,000 a year, you should have a sizable home buying budget. Here's how to estimate price range based on your salary.

Uncover the meaning of mortgage seasoning and why it's essential for anyone involved in buying or refinancing a home.

Get the scoop on HUD's updated FHA 203(k) program and see how it can simplify financing your home purchase and renovation in one loan.

Veterans and active-duty service members can now roll buyer agent commission fees into their VA loans, reducing upfront costs.

Discover how the housing market is gaining momentum as activity picks up and the lock-in effect begins to ease.

Considering a 2-1 buydown? Understand how it works and whether it's the right choice for your financial situation.

An asset depletion mortgage lets you qualify based on your liquid assets rather than regular income. Learn how asset depletion loans work here.

Selling a home involves more than just listing it. Uncover the true cost of selling your home: from agent commissions to closing fees.

Learn how to finance closing costs when you buy a house or refinance. Roll closing costs into the loan or take a higher interest rate.

Many home buyers make the "good credit" tier of 680 and up. But you don't always need a good credit score to buy a house.

Learn about the ins and outs of FHA multifamily loans and uncover how they streamline the path to property ownership.

Bank statement loans can help self-employed buyers qualify to buy or refinance a home. Learn how they work here.

Why is housing so expensive? Read on to uncover insights on demand, supply, and economic influences affecting home prices.

Learn how to buy a high-priced home using your VA loan benefits with the VA jumbo loan.

The maximum HELOC amount varies by lender. Some go as high as 90% or even 100%. Your loan amount depends on your credit and available equity.

How many lenders should you apply to for a mortgage? From minimizing credit score impact to maximizing home loan options, we've got you covered.

Garage renovations can be a great way to add living space and increase the value of your home. But how much does it cost and is it worth it?