Home Financing (2)

How Mortgage Rates Work

Getting a better rate on your home loan can be a little tricky, but it has the potential to save...

Top Documentation Problems in Home Loans

Home loans can be a bit complicated and if things go wrong, it's usually due to trouble with...

How to Refinance to Pay Off Debt

If you have credit card, medical, or other debts, you may be able to consolidate those with a debt...

Home Renovation Loans: Pros & Cons

Buying a fixer-upper can be a dream come true, You get the bones of a great place, and you can be...

Bonus Tips for Savvy Buyers

Last week, we wrote about what buyers can do in a seller’s market to win contracts on the homes of...

What's Included in Your Monthly Mortgage Payment?

Mortgage payments are more than just paying back the amount you borrowed. Instead, your monthly...

What to Look for in a Mortgage Loan Officer

Buying a home may be one of the biggest decisions of your life—it’s a commitment that may last for...

What do Mortgage Lenders Look for When Approving a Home Loan?

You’ve been working hard, saving your pennies, and casually browsing home search websites (well,...

Common Loan Documents

Buying a home is one of the most exciting parts of being an adult, but the process can feel...

What is a VA Loan?

You've probably heard the term VA, short for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. But did you know...