Buying a Home
Exploring 40-Year Home Loans: Advantages and Disadvantages for Homebuyers
Exploring 40-Year Home Loans: Understand the pros and cons of a 40-year mortgage, including its impact on monthly payments, equity, and total interest costs.
Ever wonder how the length of your mortgage could influence your financial wellness over decades? The 40-year mortgage offers an intriguing path for those aiming to make homeownership a reality through manageable payments.
This blog explores the advantages and disadvantages of opting for this extended loan term, helping you discern whether it align...
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Home Buying
Buying a House With Cash: Pros and Cons (Yes, There Are Cons)
We explain the pros and cons of all-cash home purchases, which have been on the rise in recent years.
Buying a Home
5 Ways to Save for a Mortgage Down Payment
Here are five easy things you can do to save for a down payment on a new home.
Home Loans
The Most Common Mortgage Myths
Breaking down the most common mortgage and home loan myths and facts
Getting Started
Condominiums vs. Cooperative Apartments: What's the Difference?
We’ll take a deep dive into the world of condominiums versus cooperatives and let you choose which one would suit you best.
Home Buying
Home Loan Options for Those With Bad Credit
This article aims to explore the available choices for individuals with bad credit who are looking to purchase a house and provide insights into how they can qualify for a mortgage.
Getting Started
Escrow in Real Estate Explained
Find out the meaning of “escrow” in real estate terminology, how it works, and the process when you buy a house.
Home Buying
The Importance of Real Estate Agents in the Housing Market
Most people looking to buy or sell a property could use the help of a professional who understands the market.
Refinance
Pros and Cons of HELOC vs. Refinance
Both a HELOC and a cash-out refinance help homeowners by converting equity into cash.
Getting Started
A Guide to Property Surveys: Acquisition and Pricing
Curious about what a property survey is? We'll cover the basics around property surveys, how they work, how much they cost, and more important details.
Refinancing
How Often Can You Refinance Your Home?
Watch for these four signs to know when another home refinance might be worthwhile.
Buying a Home
People Share the Bad Real Estate Advice They've Heard
What dubious tips have led some people astray in buying or selling a home? Hear the worst real estate advice going around.
Money Tips
5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Financial Health
These tips will help you evaluate your finances and prepare for the future.
Refinancing
Refi or Personal Loan to Vanquish Credit Card Debt?
Two popular strategies for escaping credit card debt are to refinance a mortgage or take out a personal loan.
Refinancing
Refi Breakeven Point: How to Calculate Yours
A mortgage refinance takes money in the form of closing costs, so when does the saving start?
Solar Basics
Customization Makes Going Solar Easier Than Ever
Systems can be tailored to most any home, and you can mix and match options to your liking.
Solar Incentives
2022 Is the Final Year to Claim Your 26% Solar Tax Credit
Homeowners who don’t go solar this year are set to miss out big-time.
Home Improvement
Solar Success Story: A Home in the Woods
Follow the straightforward installation of an 18-panel rooftop solar energy system that paid for itself in five years.
Solar Basics
Solar Panels vs. Other Home Improvement Projects
Tackle big-ROI upgrades.
Solar News
Same-Day Permitting Launches Home Solar Into Warp Speed
Solar Access Act to reduce permit wait times to a matter of hours.
