Don’t pay off your mortgage early. Here’s why
Paying off your mortgage has been a monumental goal for decades now. But is it the right thing to do in the 21st century? Read on to find out 7 reasons not to pay off […]
7 big mortgage mistakes (and how to avoid them)
Although mortgage interest rates have recently pulled back some, they’re still historically low. When rates were lower yet, I decided to refinance the mortgage on our home. I reached out to the mortgage guy I’ve been […]
9 mortgage scams you need to know about
What is mortgage fraud? Mortgage fraud refers to lying or omitting information to fund or insure a mortgage loan. It results in billions of dollars in annual losses nationwide. In 2021, fraud risk increased 37% […]
Thinking about getting a reverse mortgage? Read this first
If you’re at or nearing retirement age and looking for a way to generate cash flow, a reverse mortgage can seem like a great idea, especially given all the star-studded ads for them floating around […]
18 questions you need to ask before closing a mortgage
Hiring a knowledgeable mortgage lender is one of the first steps you’ll take on your journey to homeownership. A good lender could help you make a sound decision about a major commitment. If you want […]
Want a mortgage approval? Avoid these 7 mistakes
How much house can I afford? That is a question many home-buyers ask themselves when they are in the process of buying a new home. Purchasing a home is one of the most significant investments you will make in […]
What is a fixed-rate loan?
A fixed-rate loan is a lending product that allows eligible consumers or businesses to borrow money with an interest rate that does not change over the life of the loan. The rate is locked or fixed […]
Your home insurance is about to get more expensive
Homeowners may see an increase in their home insurance premiums in the coming year, according to a white paper released by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association. The spike in rates is the result of what experts are […]
Mortgage interest deductions explained
Homeownership has long been a part of the American dream, and it opens the door to benefits like the mortgage interest deduction for those who itemize deductions on their taxes. Itemizing typically makes […]
These cities saw the biggest rise in home prices this year
It’s never easy buying a house, and in certain cities, real estate is coming at an increasingly higher cost, now more than ever. Following the onset of the pandemic, real estate markets across the country […]