Renting vs. Buying a Home: 55 Pros and Cons
It’s time for yet another mortgage match-up, so without further ado, here’s a biggie: “Renting vs. buying a home.” Or a townhouse for that matter…… Read More »Renting vs. Buying a Home: 55 Pros and Cons
Mortgage Matchups
Mortgage matchups are found here.
See how one loan type compares to another, or if things like home prices and mortgage rates correlate. By the way, they don’t! At least not how you’d expect.
Also check out in-depth posts that compare the 15-year fixed to the 30-year fixed, or a fixed-rate mortgage to an ARM.
Another popular post looks at the pros and cons of an FHA loan vs. conventional.
There are lots of interesting mortgage comparisons that are worth a read.
Just be careful, things could get ugly…
Locking vs. Floating Your Mortgage Rate: Which Is Better and Why?
To mortgage folks across the country, it’s an age-old question: “Lock or float?” It’s a question loan officers and mortgage brokers get asked on a… Read More »Locking vs. Floating Your Mortgage Rate: Which Is Better and Why?
HELOC vs. Credit Card: Why the Plastic May Work Out Better
You may have heard recently that “tappable” home equity has reached an all-time high, thanks to rapidly appreciating home prices and conservative borrowing on behalf… Read More »HELOC vs. Credit Card: Why the Plastic May Work Out Better
Cash Out vs. HELOC vs. Home Equity Loan: Which Is the Best Option Right Now and Why?
It’s time for another mortgage match-up: “Cash out vs. HELOC vs. home equity loan.” Yes, this is a three-way battle, unlike the typical two-way duels… Read More »Cash Out vs. HELOC vs. Home Equity Loan: Which Is the Best Option Right Now and Why?
15-Year Fixed vs. 30-Year Fixed: The Pros and Cons
It’s time for another mortgage match-up: “15-year fixed vs. 30-year fixed.” As always, there is no one-size-fits-all mortgage solution because everyone is different and may… Read More »15-Year Fixed vs. 30-Year Fixed: The Pros and Cons
Mortgage Impounds vs. Paying Taxes and Insurance Yourself: The Pros and Cons
If you’ve been researching mortgages, or are in the process of taking out a home loan, you may have come across the term “impounds” or… Read More »Mortgage Impounds vs. Paying Taxes and Insurance Yourself: The Pros and Cons
Mortgage Rates vs. Home Prices: Is There Really an Inverse Relationship?
Mortgage Q&A: “Mortgage rates vs. home prices.” Today, we’ll look at the impact of home prices and mortgage rates on your decision to buy a… Read More »Mortgage Rates vs. Home Prices: Is There Really an Inverse Relationship?
FHA vs. Conventional Loan: These Charts Can Help You Determine Which Is Cheaper
It’s time for another edition of mortgage match-ups: “FHA vs. conventional loan.” Our latest bout pits FHA loans against conventional loans, both of which are… Read More »FHA vs. Conventional Loan: These Charts Can Help You Determine Which Is Cheaper
10-Year Mortgages vs. the 30-Year Fixed: Are They Worth the Small Discount?
It’s time for another mortgage match-up folks. Today, we’ll look at 10-year mortgages versus the 30-year fixed mortgage to see how these home loans stack… Read More »10-Year Mortgages vs. the 30-Year Fixed: Are They Worth the Small Discount?
7/1 ARM vs. 30-Year Fixed Mortgage: Pros, Cons, and How Much Cheaper Are They?
When shopping for a mortgage, it’s very important to pick a suitable loan product for your unique situation. Lately, I’ve been discussing loan programs beyond… Read More »7/1 ARM vs. 30-Year Fixed Mortgage: Pros, Cons, and How Much Cheaper Are They?