HELOC Rates Expected to Continue Falling in 2025
Let’s talk about HELOC rates. If you’ve had a home equity line of credit (HELOC) for a while, you likely saw your interest rate rise… Read More »HELOC Rates Expected to Continue Falling in 2025
Mortgage Tips
This was the first category I created when this website was created in 2006.
And it’s really why I launched the site to begin with. To educate prospective home buyers and existing homeowners.
Simple guides and practical mortgage tips can help you better understand and prepare for the home loan process.
Same goes for answering mortgage questions and brushing up on the latest mortgage lingo.
Sometimes home buyers focus exclusively on the real estate piece while ignoring the home loan part.
This can result in some bad decisions when it comes to getting a mortgage. Or simply overpaying because of missteps (or a lack of shopping around!).
Learn how to get a mortgage, refinance an existing loan, and discover the many different loans programs available today.
You’re not financing a TV, or a car for that matter. It’s a big purchase and it deserves a lot more time and attention.
Arm yourself with knowledge early on and you’ll likely enjoy a better outcome.
What Is a Letter of Explanation? Your Chance to Talk to an Underwriter
Mortgage Q&A series: “What is a letter of explanation for a mortgage?” If you’re currently going through the joyful process of obtaining a home loan,… Read More »What Is a Letter of Explanation? Your Chance to Talk to an Underwriter
What Is a 3/1 ARM? A 30-Year Loan That’s Only Fixed for the First Three Years
If you haven’t been feeling 30-year mortgage rates recently, maybe an ARM could suit you better. This is especially true if you don’t plan to… Read More »What Is a 3/1 ARM? A 30-Year Loan That’s Only Fixed for the First Three Years
10 Simple Ways You Can Save Money on Your Next Mortgage
You’ve heard the news – mortgage rates jumped from close to 6% back in September to over 7% in less than a few months, before… Read More »10 Simple Ways You Can Save Money on Your Next Mortgage
Can You Refinance a Home Equity Loan or a HELOC?
With second mortgages like home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) growing in popularity lately, I figured it’d be prudent to talk… Read More »Can You Refinance a Home Equity Loan or a HELOC?
What Is the Downside of Getting a Mortgage?
I saw his seemingly straightforward question posed and was surprised I’d never really addressed it. I’ve been writing about mortgages on this blog since 2006,… Read More »What Is the Downside of Getting a Mortgage?
Should You Drive Until You Qualify for a Mortgage?
In the mortgage/real estate world there’s a saying: “Drive until you qualify.” It’s a cute way of saying if you can’t afford a home in… Read More »Should You Drive Until You Qualify for a Mortgage?
What Is a Mortgagee? Hint: It’s Not a Typo Nor Is It Misspelled
Are You a Mortgagee or Mortgagor? It’s 2025 and it’s time for some fresh mortgage Q&A! Today’s question: “What is a mortgagee?” No, it’s not… Read More »What Is a Mortgagee? Hint: It’s Not a Typo Nor Is It Misspelled
Lender Credits: The Opposite of Paying Points on Your Mortgage
Mortgage Q&A: “What is a lender credit?” If you’ve been shopping mortgage rates, whether for a new home purchase or a refinance, you’ve likely come… Read More »Lender Credits: The Opposite of Paying Points on Your Mortgage
2025 Mortgage and Real Estate Predictions: Where Is the Market Headed Next?
1. Mortgage rates will move lower and hit the 5s at some point I always start my New Year predictions post with a guess about… Read More »2025 Mortgage and Real Estate Predictions: Where Is the Market Headed Next?