Buying a homeMarch 12, 2017How To Get Married And Buy A HouseWhen you get married and buy a house, the rules are a little different. here's what you need to know when you get hitched and get a home.
Buying a homeMarch 8, 2017Young Homebuyers: What’s The Right Age To Buy A House?Young homebuyers can get a head start on wealth-building by buying early. But there are disadvantages, too. Find out if buying a home when you're very young is the right choice for you.
Buying a homeFebruary 24, 2017How ARM Rates Help You Get More Home When Fixed Rates Keep RisingLower ARM rates can help you qualify for a bigger mortgage and a better house. ARMs can be fixed for up to ten years, so there is probably an ARM that minimizes your risk and saves you money.
Buying a homeFebruary 20, 2017Getting Mortgage-Approved When Lenders Said “No” : Real Life Success StoriesThink you can't be approved for a mortgage? Neither did these 3 home buyers. Read their true stories.
Buying a homeFebruary 15, 2017How Reliable Are Online Home Value Estimators?Home value estimates vary widely, depending on the method used. Online tools can provide interesting information, but don't expect them to be as accurate as a real appraisal.
Buying a homeFebruary 14, 2017Love My Girlfriend, Hate Her Credit: How To Buy A House With A Credit-Challenged PartnerHow to buy a house when your credit is good but your spouse's or partner's is not. There are programs to solve your credit problems.
Buying a homeFebruary 9, 2017How To Buy A House And Save: Do It In February Or MarchHow to buyy a house and save big. Shopping for a home when everyone else is snuggling in front of their fires can pay off. Here's what you need to know about buying a house in winter.
Buying a homeFebruary 3, 2017Don’t Lose the Home You Love To Rising Mortgage RatesRising mortgage rates make buying a home more expensive. However, there are strategies you can use to increase your buying power.
Buying a homeJanuary 27, 2017Real Estate Agent: Buying Agents Vs. Listing AgentsMost people work a real estate agent when buying property. But who should YOU trust when you make such a large and important purchase?
Buying a homeJanuary 24, 2017Single Parent Home Buying GuideToday's mortgage programs are empowering single parents to move from renting to buying. Here are time-tested and expert-advised methods to get into your own home.
Buying a homeJanuary 23, 2017Buy Or Rent: Why It Could Be Better To Buy In 2017Should you buy or rent? That depends on many factors, including your goals, finances and location. Today, buying makes financial sense on the majority of markets.
Buying a homeJanuary 22, 2017The Pros and Cons of Buying New ConstructionBuying new construction from a builder or developer offers advantages and drawbacks -- both financial and personal. Learn the pros and cons before yooou buy a home.
Buying a homeJanuary 11, 2017Mortgage tips: calculate house payment correctlyHow to calculate house payment: Your house payment is more than your principal and interest on your mortgage. Most lenders also add your property taxes and homeowners insurance. You may also pay HOA dues and flood insurance.
Buying a homeJanuary 4, 2017Single Homebuyer: You Can Be Young, Free, And A HomeownerThe single homebuyer is stepping up to the plate, and today's great mortgage home loans are helping Millennials buy their first houses.
Buying a homeJanuary 3, 2017Tips For The Millennial HomebuyerThe Millennial homebuyer faces challenges, including post-Recession fear. Overcome these challenges, become a homeowner, and start building wealth.
Buying a homeDecember 24, 2016Real Life Homebuyer Success Stories – Low Income MortgageYou don’t have to have a whole lot of money or a high-paying job to buy a house. There are plenty of low income mortgage programs for tight budgets. Grant money and community assistance is widely available
Buying a homeDecember 1, 2016HOA Dues (And Don’ts): How This Extra Costs Can Price You Out Of HomeownershipHOA dues are common in condominium and planned communities. Lenders count them in your housing expenses, and they can affect your mortgage approval.
Buying a homeNovember 21, 2016Flood Insurance: Should You Buy It Even If Your Lender Doesn’t Make You?Flood insurance may be required by your mortgage lender. Even if not required, it might be a good idea.
Buying a homeOctober 28, 2016Guide For Parents Of Cash-Strapped Millennial Home BuyersThere are several ways parents can help their adult children achieve homeownership: loans, co-borrowing, and gifts.
Conventional LoansJune 6, 20164 conventional loans with low down paymentsWhen you want to make a low down payment, conventional mortgages can be less expensive and easier to access than FHA, VA, or USDA loans.
