One Quick Reason to Avoid the 30-Year Fixed
Here’s a hint – a moving van. While the 30-year fixed is the most common home loan program utilized by borrowers today, it might not… Read More »One Quick Reason to Avoid the 30-Year Fixed
Amazon TurnKey: Get Free Stuff If You Use a Realogy Agent
While they’re not yet directly involved in the mortgage industry, Amazon has now dipped its toes in the real estate pool via a new home… Read More »Amazon TurnKey: Get Free Stuff If You Use a Realogy Agent
37% of American Homeowners Are Now Free and Clear
What a difference a decade makes. Back in 2009, it was a lot more common to hear about underwater mortgages than free and clear homeowners.… Read More »37% of American Homeowners Are Now Free and Clear
Mortgage Down Payment Requirements: What’s the Minimum You Need to Put Down on a House?
If you’re in the market to buy a new home or condo, you’ve undoubtedly thought (or stressed) about the required down payment. It’s one of… Read More »Mortgage Down Payment Requirements: What’s the Minimum You Need to Put Down on a House?
How to Get a Mortgage with a Low Credit Score
Mortgage Q&A: “How to get a mortgage with a low credit score.” If you’ve got a low credit score, but are determined to buy a… Read More »How to Get a Mortgage with a Low Credit Score
How Soon Can You Refinance a Mortgage? Know the Waiting Periods
Mortgage Q&A: “How soon can I refinance my mortgage?” With mortgage rates marching toward new all-time lows again, a lot of recent home buyers are… Read More »How Soon Can You Refinance a Mortgage? Know the Waiting Periods
Owning Review: Not Your Nana’s Mortgage Company
An online lender called “Owning” is looking to shake up the mortgage industry with what it refers to as “ridiculously low rates.” In the past,… Read More »Owning Review: Not Your Nana’s Mortgage Company
Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation Mortgage Review
Freddie Mac has just launched a new renovation loan product known as the “Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation Mortgage.” While the name is a bit of a… Read More »Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation Mortgage Review
A Startup Called ZeroDown Just Launched to Help Home Buyers Lease to Own
It’s starting to feel a little like 2006 again. Recently, we’ve seen mortgage lenders launching interest-only mortgages, 40-year mortgage terms, and now a company by… Read More »A Startup Called ZeroDown Just Launched to Help Home Buyers Lease to Own
What Is Home Equity?
Mortgage Q&A: “What is home equity?” You’ve probably heard the phrase “home equity” get thrown around, likely during a fast-paced radio or TV commercial urging… Read More »What Is Home Equity?