First-Time Home Buyer · Home Buying
September 21, 2023
What is a good mortgage rate in today’s market? What qualifies as a “good mortgage rate” is in the eye of the beholder. But certain types of home loans offer […]
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September 21, 2023
The average mortgage interest rates increased slightly week over week — 30-year fixed rates went up (7.18% to 7.19%) as did 15-year fixed rates (6.51% to 6.54%). The number of […]
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September 21, 2023
Homeowners who have waited patiently to see if rates will go lower finally have their chance. According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to the lowest rate ever […]
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September 19, 2023
Saving a down payment is a major obstacle for many would-be home buyers, especially first-time homeowners. While a down payment doesn’t necessarily need to be 20% of the purchase price, […]
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September 18, 2023
The VA home loan is arguably the best mortgage product on the market today. This type of home loan is only available to eligible veterans and active duty service members […]
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September 11, 2023
Disabled veterans can get some great benefits when getting a VA loan that can help with their finances when purchasing a home and in the future. VA loan benefits have […]
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September 6, 2023
With a second mortgage, a homeowner can borrow at a very low interest rate, using his or her equity in the home as security.
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September 6, 2023
As a homeowner, you’ll build equity in your home with each mortgage payment. When you need to fund a big expense, a home equity loan can help you tap into […]
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September 6, 2023
A cash out refinance or HELOC (home equity line of credit) lets you turn some of your “equity” into cash. But when you’re choosing between them, you’ll need to consider the specifics of your financial situation.
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Home Buying · Mortgage Strategy
September 6, 2023
When buying a home, the biggest upfront expense is likely to be the down payment, which is typically between 3.5 and 20 percent of the home price. Even if future […]
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