Peter Warden has been writing for a decade about mortgages, personal finance, credit cards, and insurance. His work has appeared across a wide range of media. He lives in a small town with his partner of 25 years.
Conventional Loans · VA Home Loans
August 13, 2021
The rule is simple: If you’re eligible for a VA loan, it’s likely that this will be your best loan option. But while this is usually true, there are some […]
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July 7, 2021
You may be surprised by the speed with which you can refinance a mortgage after you bought your home or did your last home refinance. It can be a matter […]
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July 7, 2021
What is a bridge loan? A bridge loan is a sum of money that the bank loans to cover the interim period between two transactions, usually the buying of one […]
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July 7, 2021
Winter is likely the best time of year to buy a home if price is your primary consideration, but buyers looking for options will find the widest selection of properties during the spring.
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May 24, 2021
You can probably expect to pay between $350 and $650 for a home appraisal. Here’s a breakdown of what that entails.
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May 20, 2021
A 15-year mortgage can save you thousands of dollars in interest and you’ll own your home faster so a 15-year mortgage is better if you can afford it.
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May 20, 2021
How many times can you use VA loan benefits? The good news is that you can use your VA loan benefits as many times as you like. Indeed, in some, […]
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May 19, 2021
Mortgage underwriting is the process lenders go through when deciding whether a mortgage applicant is a good bet as a borrower.
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May 19, 2021
Though it’s possible to get a mortgage with a lower credit score, you’ll want a score of at least 740 to qualify for the lowest interest rates. Surprisingly, though, credit […]
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May 19, 2021
A loan origination fee is one of the closing costs you have to pay when your home purchase or refinance is finalized.
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