Articles by Peter Warden - Page 40

What credit score do you need to rent an apartment or rental house? In some cases, more than you do to buy a house. Here's how to avoid a credit check, and to improve your score if you have to pass one.

If you've moved back home to save money, here's how to get back on your own fast.

Will your mortgage servicer allow you to pay your mortgage with a credit card? Probably not, but there are ways around this.

Buying a home with family members can be a challenge. But mortgages for multi-generational families can make it easier.

You don't need to be an expert to negotiate a great mortgage. It only takes a few minutes if you follow these simple tips.

Tips for landlords: how to avoid tenants who are identity thieves

Could a 2018 HELOC be the solution to your financial problems, or help you achieve a long-held dream? Homeowners are sitting on a treasure of home equity in many parts of the country.

Tips for landlords: how to set your monthly rent. The rent you can expect from your property depends on many factors, but generally runs between .8 and 1.1 percent of the home's market value.

Sometimes having both spouses on a home loan application causes mortgage problems. In those cases, it's better to leave one spouse off the home loan.

A recent study showed that 90 percent of borrowers thought they got a great loan. But almost half of them did not compare, so they really don't know if they got the best mortgage rate or not.

Before you quit the rate race, you need to make an important decision: should you pay off your mortgage before retirement?

What are the best home improvement loans available? It depends on your needs, home equity, and other factors. Here's how to choose.

An escrow or impound account can make your life easier, but it can also add to your closing costs. Here's what to do if you're concerned about avoiding impounds on your mortgage.