Housing Industry
What is Mortgage Insurance? Your Need-to-Know Guide
What is mortgage insurance? In a nutshell, mortgage insurance is insurance that protects your lender if you fail to make payments on your loan. But just how much you’ll have to pay, […]
3 Tips to Help You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early
When most people think of mortgage terms, they think of the very common 30-year commitment, which can feel like a lifetime. With a term like that, a mortgage is one of the […]
How to Start Renting Out a Room in Your Primary Residence
Renting out a room in your primary residence might seem like an easy way to bring in some extra cash, but there are a lot of personal and legal factors to weigh […]
Multiple Offers on a House? Here’s How to Choose the Best One
Buying a new home often involves selling your current one. And in this market, that likely means you’ll receive multiple offers from potential buyers. So, if you receive multiple offers on a […]
Does a Swimming Pool Add to Home Value?
As the weather heats up, there’s no denying the appeal of a swimming pool in your own backyard. Before you take the plunge to have a pool installed, it’s important to ask […]
Top 12 Confusing Mortgage Terms, Explained
When you start your home loan search, there are a lot of mortgage terms to sort through. Get some clarity the easy way with our roundup of 12 confusing mortgage terms, explained. […]
Who Sets Mortgage Rates? Everything You Ever Wanted to Know
Sure, you can google, “who sets mortgage rates?” and, “why do mortgage interest rates change?” But, you’ll probably be a bit baffled by the results. Is it the Federal Reserve or the […]
HELOC vs. Cash-Out Refinance: Do You Know the Difference?
We can help you make the choice between a HELOC vs. cash-out refinance. If you’re like most Americans, there’s no bigger purchase you’ll make in your lifetime than buying a home. A […]
3 Bold Housing Predictions for 2018
Our bold housing predictions for 2018 say the future’s bright. In the mortgage business, things never stay the same for too long. It’s a cyclical industry and that’s why we’re always keeping […]
What Affects Your Credit Score? Here’s What You Need to Know
Ever wondered what affects your credit score? Credit score. It’s a topic that’s widely discussed in the financial industry but it’s also one that’s hazy or even confusing to many people. Have […]
Millennials: Bridging the Housing Market’s Racial Divide
Don’t look now, but Millennials are buying houses and breaking barriers. They said it couldn’t be done, but the same Millennials who analysts deemed destined for a lifetime of renting are not […]
Reverse Mortgage Pros and Cons: Understanding This Unique Loan
What are the reverse mortgage pros and cons and why should you care? If you pay attention to the news, you’ve probably seen some headlines about reverse mortgages. Ever wondered what they’re […]