When buying a home, you get to make a lot of decisions. One of the most important: You often have the option of selecting a fixed-rate home loan or one with an adjustable rate. ARMs are attractive to some home buyers today because the introductory... (Read More)
If you are a member of the military on active or reserve duty or a veteran, there's a special type of financing designed for you. The VA home loan program is an incredible benefit designed to help members of the military —past and present —... (Read More)
The No. 1 challenge for most first-time home buyers? Coming up with enough of a downpayment. That's where the FHA home loan program comes in. It's one of the most popular mortgage programs available today for first-time home buyers with modest down... (Read More)
It's estimated that millions of Americans could save money by refinancing their homes but instead stick with higher-rate mortgages they obtained years ago. Why? Research shows that many homeowners believe a number of refinancing myths — they think... (Read More)
Selling a home can be tricky. You don't want to sell your home for too little and leave money on the table. But if you price your home too high, your property could languish on the market. That's where a good real estate agent comes in. They can... (Read More)
The VA home loan program was developed in 1944 as part of the original Serviceman's Readjustment Act. Since then, it's gone on to help thousands of veterans realize their dreams of homeownership.
That said, there are many myths and... (Read More)
Feel like you missed the low mortgage rate window? Think again. Mortgage rates remain near historic lows, providing a unique opportunity for many to buy a home or refinance.
Did you know that in the early 1970s, mortgage rates hovered between the... (Read More)
When it comes to putting a home on the market, are you ready to put your best foot forward? Many homeowners think they have to spend a fortune to make their properties more inviting to home buyers. Not true! In fact, two of the most important things... (Read More)
Owning a home. It's a dream shared by many people. But for those who have lower income, especially if they have less than perfect credit, that dream may seem out of reach. Impossible. Fortunately, this is not true. An FHA loan can be the answer to... (Read More)
You found the home of your dreams. How do you know how much to offer? This is where an experienced real estate agent can be helpful. Using information from a variety of sources, agents can help you navigate this question and a variety of others for... (Read More)