Mortgage Articles

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Jan. 11, 2022 | By Dana George

Homeowners Are Unhappy With Mortgage Companies. Here's Why

With a record number of people refinancing their mortgages, customer satisfaction has begun to erode. Here's why homeowners are disappointed with their lenders.

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Jan. 7, 2022 | By Dana George

7 Signs You Can't Trust a Home Seller

Buying a house means counting on other people to tell you the truth. Here's how to tell when a seller may be fudging the facts.

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Jan. 7, 2022 | By Dana George

4 Ways to Tell if a Home Will Be a Solid Investment

If your goal is to buy a home with a steadily increasing value, keep reading. Here are four ways to tell if you're making a good investment.

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Jan. 7, 2022 | By Dana George

3 Reasons Renting Can Save You Money in 2022

Buying a home is not right for everyone. Keep reading to find out three reasons you can get ahead by renting in 2022.

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Jan. 6, 2022 | By Dana George

4 Reasons You Don’t Have to Own a Home

If you're on the fence about buying a house, remember that you don't have to buy a home. Here are some good reasons not to.

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Jan. 6, 2022 | By Dana George

3 Really Bad Reasons to Buy a House

Buying a house is not always a good choice. If you're thinking about jumping into the market, make sure you're not doing so for these reasons.

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Dec. 29, 2021 | By Natasha Etzel

4 Things I Miss About Being a Renter

When you go from renting to owning a home, you'll be taking on additional responsibilities, including extra costs. Find out what I miss about being a renter.

A man and woman carrying boxes into the kitchen of their new home.

Dec. 23, 2021 | By Natasha Etzel

4 Ways Purchasing a Smaller Home Has Helped Me Save Money

Buying a smaller home may help you keep more money in your pocket and make it easier to prioritize other financial goals. Keep reading to learn more.

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Dec. 6, 2021 | By Dana George

5 Cures for Home-Buyer's Remorse

If you're regretting the purchase of your home, you're in good company. Read on to learn five ways to deal with buyer's remorse.

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Nov. 20, 2021 | By Dana George

4 Reasons Home Prices (Probably) Aren't Dropping Any Time Soon

While it's impossible to predict with certainty when home prices will fall, there are signs it won't be right away. Keep reading to learn what's helping prop up high home values.

A parent shakes hands with a realtor as their family celebrates. A house with a sign that reads "Home for Sale" is behind them.

Nov. 11, 2021 | By Dana George

Ramit Sethi's 6 Best Home-Buying Tips

According to Ramit Sethi, if you're going to take the plunge and buy a home, take these six steps first.

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Oct. 26, 2021 | By Dana George

Is Our Romance With Mortgage Lenders About to End?

According to the most recent J.D. Power Primary Mortgage Servicer Satisfaction Study, our love affair with one type of lender is cooling while it's heating up with another.

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Oct. 18, 2021 | By Dana George

Afraid You Can't Buy a Home? A USDA Mortgage May Be for You

If you feel frozen out of the housing market, it may be worthwhile to check out a USDA mortgage. Keep reading to learn more about what the USDA mortgage offers.

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Oct. 12, 2021 | By Dana George

3 Reasons Not to Borrow as Much as You Qualify for When Buying a House

The amount a mortgage lender says you qualify for may be more than you can comfortably afford. Here are three reasons you owe it to yourself to call the shots.

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Oct. 10, 2021 | By Dana George

Why One Big-Time Investor Says He 'Feels Bad' for Anyone Who Purchased a Home in the Past Year

When and if house prices revert to pre-pandemic levels, some homebuyers will feel it more than others. Here's what one expert has to say.

An older man and woman sitting at their dining table and looking through paper bills with a laptop open in front of them.

Oct. 10, 2021 | By Kimberly Rotter, AFC®

Is a Reverse Mortgage Worth It?

A reverse mortgage can be a great way to turn your home equity into cash. But in some situations this type of loan doesn't make good financial sense.

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Sept. 30, 2021 | By Dana George

5 Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home for Cash

Selling your home for cash may sound easier than putting it on the open market, but keep reading to learn about the pros and cons of it.

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Sept. 29, 2021 | By Jamie Matthews

Today's Mortgage Refinance Rates -- September 29, 2021: Rates Continue to Rise

How are average mortgage refinance rates trending on Sept. 29, 2021? Find out here.

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Sept. 28, 2021 | By Dana George

3 Ways to Avoid Buyer's Remorse When You Purchase a Home

A home is one of the largest financial investments you'll ever make. Here are three ways to make sure you don't regret the purchase.

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Sept. 28, 2021 | By Jamie Matthews

Today's Mortgage Rates -- September 28, 2021: All Fixed Rates Continue Upward Trajectory

Fixed mortgage rates continue their recent upward climb this week. Find the details here.

Two people holding hands while standing in the living room of a new house and talking with a realtor.

Sept. 23, 2021 | By Dana George

4 Signs It's Time to Drop Out of the House Hunt

While it's true that the housing market is red hot, it's not necessarily the best time to buy a house. Here are four signs it's time to drop out for now.