Many people are refinancing their homes now while mortgage rates remain near record lows. If you’ve decided to look into the process, then there are several pieces of information you should gather before you actually move forward. It’s best to have everything at your fingertips before you start working with a loan officer or broker. […]
You’ve come into some extra money. Maybe a relative left you an inheritance, or your employer gave you a holiday bonus. Or maybe you’ve set up your budget to get you some extra savings each month. You want to use this extra cash to improve your financial situation. But what’s the best way to do […]
A home is probably the most expensive purchase you will make in your lifetime. Even relatively affordable houses cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, and mortgage loans can last decades. As such, choosing the right loan is an essential part of the home buying process. When comparing loans, people often look at the length of […]
The average sales price of a home has increased by more than 2000% since 1963. In 2020, the median sales price of a home was $391,300. That is 20 times the $19,300 average sales price in 1963! How can you say housing affordability hasn’t changed? Consider all the data before you jump to a conclusion. […]
Can you renegotiate your mortgage to get better terms without refinancing? It’s possible. Banks do renegotiate mortgage contracts in certain situations. However, you need to give your lender a good reason. Here’s everything you should know and mortgage renegotiations including valid reason lenders accept, the process, and answers to frequently asked questions. What are valid […]
At the end of Q1 2019, more than 5.2 million Americans were seriously underwater on their mortgage. That means that 9.1% of all homeowners possess negative equity. If this applies to you, you’re probably wondering what you can do to minimize your losses. Refinancing may be a helpful solution. But is it possible to refinance […]
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