Articles by Peter Warden - Page 30

There are circumstances in which using a personal loan to buy a home may be your better — or only — way forward. Read on to discover when that's the case.

A personal loan or a balance transfer credit card? You're probably thinking the answer is obvious but you might be surprised.

Choosing between a personal loan or a credit card is a bit of a no-brainer.

You're planning on changing cars but would a personal loan or car loan leave you better off financially?

Which lenders offer the lowest mortgage rates? That changes from day to day. Here is what to look for, and how to track down the best home loan for you.

Should you shop for personal loans online? In a word, yes. It's the best way to shop and ensure the best value.

Small personal loans can be a quick and easy choice when you face a sudden emergency. You'll typically pay way less than if you put the cost onto a credit card or payday loan.

Are personal loans for students a good idea? Explore the pros and cons of this form of borrowing so you can make an informed choice. And we'll look at some alternatives, too.

This emerging financial tool is helping more consumers by the day. If used correctly, personal loans can help tame debt and make it more realistic to become debt-free.

Most homeowners assume a cash-out refinance or HELOC is the best way to get large sums of cash. But personal loans are emerging as real contenders to provide the best value in many cases.

If you've ever been tempted by real estate investing, now might be the perfect time to turn your dream into reality. Because the factors that can lead to success rarely line up better than they do today.

Lot loans, construction loans and "one-time close" loans come from many sources and have many rules. Here's what you need to know.

When Freddie Mac published its latest mortgage rate forecast on May 15, it contained good news for homeowners and homebuyers alike. It reckons mortgage rates will probably rise only a little between now and the end of 2020.

Many homeowners refinance for lower payments or interest rates. Here's what you need to know about your options and some pitfalls.

A "spec home" is a house that was constructed by a developer speculatively: in the hope of finding a buyer — and making a profit — later. In other words, it was designed to appeal to as many potential buyers within a market as possible rather than one buyer in particular.