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Buying a home is probably your life's most costly undertaking. Learn how to find the best lenders and get the best interest rates and you can save tens of thousands of dollars.
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Dec. 28, 2023 | By
Ashley Maready
86% of Americans Think It's a Bad Time to Buy a Home. 5 Reasons You Should Anyway
It's easy to feel despair due to high mortgage rates and low inventory. Learn how to tell whether the time is right to buy a house regardless.
Dec. 28, 2023 | By
Ashley Maready
Be Prepared -- 3 Bills Homeowners Pay That Renters Don't
When you buy a house, you don't just get a mortgage. Read on for a few other bills to add to your budget.
Dec. 27, 2023 | By
Ashley Maready
My 2024 New Year's Resolution Is Homeownership. Here's How I've Spent 2 Years Preparing
Here comes the new year -- and this writer is getting ready for a major financial commitment. Read on to learn why buying a house has taken so much prep.
Dec. 27, 2023 | By
Ashley Maready
Why More People Will Be Turning to Mortgage Refinancing in 2024
Mortgage rates stayed high over 2023. Read on for 2024 rate predictions from experts and learn when refinancing could be right for you.
Dec. 18, 2023 | By
Kristi Waterworth
Can You Use a Home Equity Loan for Refreshing Your Home for the Holidays?
Looking to refresh your home for the holidays? Look no further than a home equity loan to help get the work done quickly. Check out how.
Dec. 18, 2023 | By
Chris Neiger
Zillow Says Home Buyers Will Compete With Flippers in 2024. Here's How to Find a Good Deal
Finding a cheaper home that needs a little work could save you money. Read on to learn how to buy a fixer-upper home that's right for you.
Dec. 17, 2023 | By
Chris Neiger
Zillow Says Homeowners Will Change Their Opinion About 1 Important Thing Next Year
Zillow thinks homeowners will get tired of waiting for lower rates and will list their homes. Check out why buyers could see relief in 2024.
Dec. 17, 2023 | By
Lyle Daly
Thinking of Buying a Timeshare? Here's Why It's One of the Worst Decisions You Can Make
Timeshares are a $10.5-billion industry. Find out why buying a timeshare is a financial decision that could come back to haunt you.
Dec. 14, 2023 | By
Kristi Waterworth
3 Little-Known Surprises That Can Make or Break a Fixer-Upper Home
Buying a fixer-upper can save you a ton of money, or it can break you slowly. Here are some surprises to be aware of when shopping for a fixer home.
Dec. 12, 2023 | By
Ashley Maready
Local or Online Lender: Which Kind of Mortgage Company Is Right for You?
You can get a mortgage loan from many different types of lenders. Learn whether an online lender or a local bank is the best bet to buy a home.
Dec. 7, 2023 | By
Matt Frankel, CFP®
Will Mortgage Rates Fall in 2024? Here's What the Experts Are Saying
Could home buyers get some relief in 2024? Experts aren't so sure. Read on for what we know.
Dec. 7, 2023 | By
Chris Neiger
Fannie Mae Thinks a Recession Is Coming in 2024. What Does It Mean for Home Sales?
A recession is always coming, it's just a matter of time. Read on to find out what could happen to home sales and interest rates next year.
Dec. 6, 2023 | By
Emma Newbery
Why Buying a House in 2024 Makes Sense, Even When Rates Are High
The affordability crisis in the housing market can be a significant hurdle for potential home buyers. Discover the reasons to still buy a home next year.
Dec. 6, 2023 | By
Matt Frankel, CFP®
Stats Show the Real Impact of Rising Mortgage Rates on Homeowners
Rising mortgage rates have made homeowners reluctant to sell and have affected the market in several ways. Keep reading to see how.
Dec. 5, 2023 | By
Matt Frankel, CFP®
Good News for Home Buyers: The FHFA Mortgage Limit Is Going Up in 2024
Although mortgage rates remain elevated, the borrowing limits for conforming loans are making it easier to finance a home purchase. Read on for the details.
Dec. 4, 2023 | By
Emma Newbery
Should I Buy a House at the End of the Year?
Changes to tax deductions may take a lot of the pressure off buying or selling a home before the end of the year. Find out whether it might make sense for you.
Dec. 1, 2023 | By
Chris Neiger
Nearly 40% of Home Buyers Rely on This to Afford a House
Many home buyers are using financial gifts to afford their homes. Read on to find out where they're getting the money from.
Nov. 30, 2023 | By
Dana George
3 Reasons Why Buying a House Now and Refinancing Later Is a Bad Idea
In this climate, the decision to buy a home can feel huge. Read on for reasons why buying now and refinancing later may not be the best move.
Nov. 29, 2023 | By
Cole Tretheway
My Friends Bought a Home at a 2.75% Mortgage Rate. Here's Why They Totally Regret It
A home is much more than a monthly payment. Find out why some buyers regret buying homes at low rates.
Nov. 27, 2023 | By
Ashley Maready
Here's What Happens When You Don't Question 'Free' Refinance Offers
When you change your mortgage loan terms, it's called refinancing. Learn why the chance to do so for "free" may be too good to be true.
Nov. 23, 2023 | By
Ashley Maready
Little-Known Perks to Refinancing Your Mortgage -- Even if Interest Rates Are High
Refinancing is a less-attractive prospect than it was a few years ago. Keep reading to learn why you might want to do it anyway.
Nov. 22, 2023 | By
Chris Neiger
5 of the Best Cities to Buy a Home in 2024
Home values in these cities are projected to climb. Read on to find out which areas of the country may be the best to buy a house.
Nov. 20, 2023 | By
Ashley Maready
Mortgage Rates Have Finally Begun to Drop. So Should You Buy?
Mortgage interest rates are trending downward. Learn how to assess your homeownership readiness.
Nov. 18, 2023 | By
Chris Neiger
Here's Why Experts Can't Agree on What's Happening With Home Prices
Opposing experts predict a rise or fall in home prices, depending on who you ask. Here's how you can get ready to buy a home either way.
Nov. 17, 2023 | By
Dana George
Could Mortgage Rates Fall to 6% Next Year?
Most potential home buyers are biding their time, waiting for rates to drop. Keep reading to learn when experts believe that might happen.
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