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You need somewhere to live, so you might as well buy a house and build equity over time instead of paying rent and building value for someone else. The housing prices right now are very high, and interest rates for the last two years have been lower than they've ever...

Many potential homebuyers have decided to work on their credit before pursuing their dream of home ownership, and while this is a smart strategy overall, it's not outside the realm of possibility to be able to purchase a home with bad credit. With today's typical...

Buying a fixer-upper comes with expenses that aren't included in the purchase price of the home, so a traditional mortgage might not be the right loan product for you. If your next property needs renovations done to make the home comfortable and livable for your...

A second home is only a dream for most Americans, but with the right planning, financial situation, and lender, it could be a reality for you and your family. According to NAHB estimates, there are more than 7.5 million secondary homes in the United States, and about...

If you are looking to sell your home, the good news is that prices are still robust thanks to limited inventories. However, with a sharp increase in interest rates in 2022, you'll have to think strategically if you need to borrow to buy a new home in the current...

If you are a first-time or seasoned home buyer, it's important to understand the responsibilities that come with owning a home. Most lenders require homeowners insurance to protect the lender in case of an unforeseen loss or covered event. Learn more about what...

Cash-out refinancing is a great tool to fund home projects, pay off higher-interest debt, and give yourself a little more wiggle room in your monthly budget. Rates for a cash-out refinance are much lower than they would be for a personal loan, and tapping into the...

There's no lack of activity in 2022's housing market between a slower stream of new houses, rising home prices, and now increasing mortgage rates. While none of these factors are individually responsible for the ebb and flow of the market, they each impact different...

Right now the United States is experiencing an ebb and flow within the economy and the housing market is part of these changes. With inflation increasing around the world, it only makes sense that America would need to start taking steps to combat it state-side. The...