Buying a homeDecember 4, 2019Study: Three strategies that can make or break your offer on a houseHow do you make an offer on a house that you know will win? A new study says these 3 strategies can dramatically put the odds in your favor.
FHA Home BuyingDecember 3, 2019HUD raises the FHA 203k loan limit — but only in Qualified Opportunity ZonesIn select areas, the FHA 203k rehab loan limit will rise from $35,000 to $50,000. Learn where to find these "Opportunity Zones" and how to buy in one.
ForeclosuresDecember 2, 2019Cheap, foreclosed homes are hard to find. Here’s where to look and how to buy oneBuying a foreclosed home can be a cheap, but foreclosures are becoming harder to find. Here's where foreclosed homes are most common and how to buy one.
Mortgage StrategyNovember 19, 2019First-time homebuyers are struggling to make mortgage paymentsEarly-stage mortgage delinquencies are on the rise in 2019. Learn what causes delinquency and how to avoid being late on your own mortgage payment.
Real Estate NewsNovember 18, 2019Who wins and who loses in a housing shortage crisisThe housing shortage is a problem in many communities, but not all. For some it's actually good news. Here's how the 2019 housing shortage could affect you.
First-Time Home BuyersNovember 7, 2019First-time homebuyer Q&A: How do down payment assistance programs work?
Mortgage StrategyNovember 6, 2019How to find cheap vacation homes and low vacation home mortgage ratesYou could buy a vacation home this year and make some money on it, too. Learn where to look for cheap vacation homes and low vacation home mortgage rates.
Real Estate NewsNovember 4, 2019Is the U.S. on the verge of its biggest housing boom ever?Some think the U.S. is about to have a massive housing boom. Will inventory go up and prices down? Experts weigh in on mortgage rates, shortages, and other factors.
Mortgage RatesOctober 30, 2019Thanks to mortgage rates, buying a home is the most affordable it’s been in almost three yearsAffordable housing is a reality right now, thanks to low mortgage rates. But with housing shortages and rising prices, affordability might not last long.
ForecastsOctober 23, 20192020 mortgage and refinance rates forecast from leading housing authoritiesLeading housing authorities give mortgage and refinance rate predictions for 2020.
ForecastsOctober 16, 20192020 mortgage and refinance rates forecast from experts2020 mortgage rates forecast: What do the experts say we can expect in terms of real estate financing costs?
First-Time Home BuyersOctober 15, 2019Most Americans think getting a mortgage would be hard for them — here’s why they’re wrongThree in five Americans think they might not qualify for a mortgage. But their odds are better than they think. Learn how to qualify with any background.
Buying a homeOctober 14, 2019Legit ways to buy a house with little or no money out of pocket [VIDEO]Believe it or not, it's possible to buy a house with no money out of pocket. Learn tried-and-true strategies to lower or eliminate 3 major up-front costs.
Buying a homeOctober 10, 2019The top two reasons mortgage applications were denied in 2018, and how to avoid themThere are two main reasons that people who apply for mortgages get denied. Know the pitfalls so you can avoid them and get approved sooner.
Mortgage RatesOctober 7, 2019Studies say: Home prices up, mortgage costs down. Don’t miss this rare opportunityNormally when home prices go up, mortgage payments go up. But not in 2019. Learn how low rates have led to smaller payments, even on pricier homes.
Buying a homeOctober 2, 2019Qualifying for a mortgage can be hard with high DTI. A new rule in 2020 could change thatDebt-to-income requirements can make it harder to get a mortgage if you have lower income or live somewhere expensive. A new rule in 2020 could change that.
Buying a homeSeptember 30, 2019Cheap homes: Affordable housing in government Opportunity Zones [INFOGRAPHIC]
Buying a homeSeptember 25, 2019Low rates mean big buying power. How much can you afford for $1,500 per month? [INFOGRAPHIC]Low mortgage rates mean many homeowners might be able to afford more expensive homes than they planned for. Learn how to calculate your own buying power today.
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:
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.
