Step-by-Step Guide to the VA Home Loan Process
It’s an amazing loan, if you can get one – that’s what many loan officers say about the VA mortgage. “It is the best loan out there,” says…
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Lee Nelson is a Chicago-based writer whose work has appeared on Realtor.org, Yahoo! Homes, TheMortgageReports.com, and more.
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Pros & Cons of Buying an Older Home
You love vintage clothing. You adore the oldies radio stations. Antique furniture has become your passion. But what are the pros and cons of buying an older house…
9 Tips to Speed Up the Home Buying Process
The home buying process can be slow, and for some people – whether you’re moving and need a home or don’t like dealing with the stress of the…
VA Loan Misconceptions
A VA loan could be the answer to many service members and veterans’ prayers. But misinformation and misconceptions can stop thousands of them from actually benefiting from the…
Considering Upsizing Even During Retirement
Retirement should be about making the choices and living the life you want. For some retirees, this means upsizing their home rather than downsizing. These retirees want more…
Is Paying Cash For Your Home A Good Idea?
Many first time home buyers assume that a mortgage is necessary to purchase a house. However, more than one-fifth of homebuyers in the U.S. used cash to purchase…
Can You Refinance Your Mortgage With No Closing Costs?
The first thing you should do is read the fine print when you hear or see a lender advertising a refinance loan with no closing costs. “In the refinance…
Things to Consider Before Buying a Vacation Home
Your memories of vacationing the summer away at your grandparents’ lake cabin entice you to get your own piece of vacation paradise. Buying a vacation home is an…
How Much Mortgage Can I Qualify For?
You’ve decided it’s time to buy your first house. You’ve rented for years and are tired of giving your money to someone else. So, you’ve saved for a…
Creative Ways To Come Up With a Down Payment
Your savings account is pretty bare right now. But you plan on buying a house in the near future. How can you possibly raise enough money for a…