Buying a Home
First Lien HELOC: Benefits and Drawbacks Explained
First Lien HELOC: Benefits and Drawbacks Explained
Most homeowners apply for a house Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) to fund significant expenses such as schooling or increasing the value of a home. But what is a HELOC, and how does it operate? In this guide, we will discuss First Position HELOCs, how they differ from other forms of loans, and the utility or pitfalls of using this particular type of ...
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Home Buying
Assumable Mortgages Explained: The Appeal and the Pros and Cons
Becoming a homeowner by taking over someone's mortgage can be especially beneficial in times of high interest rates.
Home Loans
What Is Pre-Foreclosure and How Does It Work?
In this early stage of foreclosure, homeowners have several options to save their home.
Getting Started
Seller Financing: How It Works, Pros And Cons, And If It’s A Right Move For You
Gain a better understanding of seller financing, how it works, and the pros and cons from a buyer and seller perspective.
Home Loans
Guide to a House Property Deed
Clear explanations for every part of the document that officially makes you a homeowner.
Getting Started
What Is An Easement?
Easement in real estate explained.
Getting Started
What Is a Warranty Deed—Top Things You Should Know
Find out what a warranty deed is, learn the benefits, and see if it’s the right real estate move for you.
Major Purchase
Tax Lien Investing Explained
In many states you can buy the right to collect someone's tax debt and charge high interest, but proceed with caution.
Getting Started
How to Find Out Who Owns a Property
Are you trying to find out the ownership details of a particular home or property? We discuss numerous avenues to determine a property's owner.
Home Loan
How Do I Get a USDA Home Loan?
Discover if a USDA home loan is right for you and if you qualify.
Buying a Home
Identifying a Property With Better Short-Term Rental Potential
How to pick a winning vacation rental and what to do if yours isn't generating the income you expected.
Buying a Home
Mortgage Broker, Mortgage Banker, or Loan Officer? What's the Right Call?
The differences can be subtle but crucial. Here’s what you need to know.
Refinancing
When Can I Refinance My Home?
Discover the best time to refinance your home and the perks of doing it.
Equity & Value
Make Your Home Renovations Come True With Cash-Out Refinancing
Cash-out refinancing could be your chance to complete your home renovation checklist.
Equity & Value
Four Proven Ways to Build Home Equity Quickly
Owning more and owing less is the heart of home equity, and here are proven ways to tilt the seesaw in your favor faster.
Solar News
Biden Announces Two-Year Pause on Solar Panel Tariffs
Experts agree solar could be the key to offsetting inflation.
Solar Basics
Don't Install Solar Before Reading This
These expert tips are considered absolute musts.
Green Living
3 Unexpected Benefits of Energy Efficiency
Conservation's far-reaching perks!
Solar Basics
When Is the Best Time to Go Solar?
If you are considering renewable energy, read this first!
Solar News
Green Energy Breaks World Record in 2022 per International Energy Agency
Despite supply chain issues, solar comes out on top once again.
