In a rather surprising turn, Zillow has suspended new home purchases via its Zillow Offers unit through the end of 2021. It’s actually the second… Read More »Zillow Hits Pause on iBuying for the Rest of 2021: Should We Worry?
Think home prices are expensive today? Well, get ready for an even bigger shock. A new report claims 2022 home prices could be 16% by… Read More »2022 Home Prices: Goldman Sachs Sees Values Rising Another 16%
Mortgage Q&A: “Why are mortgages cheaper than rent?” Today we’ll discuss why mortgages often appear to be less expensive than a monthly rent payment, despite… Read More »Why Are Mortgages Cheaper Than Rent?
If you’re a doctor, resident, or even a veterinarian, getting a mortgage can be a little bit easier thanks to so-called “physician mortgages” offered by… Read More »Mortgages for Doctors: Expanded LTVs and Large Loan Amounts
A Common Mortgage Rate Tale You’ve been shopping mortgage rates and finally found a lender you like. The loan officer asks if you want to… Read More »Dude, Where’s My Low Mortgage Rate?
When deciding between renting and buying, individuals often fret about missing out on home equity if they do the former. In other words, for all… Read More »It’s Okay to Rent Until You Find a House You Really Like
Nowadays, just about everyone looking to buy or sell real estate begins their search online. And a small handful of websites seem to be dominating… Read More »What the Names Zillow, Redfin, and Trulia Mean
Mortgage Q&A: “What is lender-paid mortgage insurance?” Several years back, a rule went into effect that made mortgage insurance permanent on most FHA loans for… Read More »What Is Lender-Paid Mortgage Insurance? First Of All, You Still Pay For It
A while back, I cautioned readers to avoid swiping the credit card before applying for a mortgage. In short, the more you charge, the higher… Read More »Two Simple Ways to Boost Your Credit Score Before Applying for a Mortgage
Back in July, the NCAA granted college athletes the opportunity to make money by using their “name, image and likeness” (NIL). This means getting paid… Read More »Michigan State Athletes Will Soon Be Paid $500 Per Month to Promote Mortgage Brokers
