Home Buying
Reversing 6-Year Shrink, Homes Get Bigger
New single-family homes are growing again, but how are we using the extra space?
It should come as no surprise that home prices are surging. Prices rose 19.5% year-over-year in September, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index.¹ But did you know that for the first time in six years, home sizes are also rising?
Over 20 years (the scope of our analysis), homes have grown about 15%, but the growth has not...
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Home Buying
What Is PMI and Can I Avoid It?
PMI is the drawback of buying a home for a low down payment, but equity earns your way out.
Home Buying
5 Simple Ways to Save for a Down Payment
Thinking about buying a home? Put money aside for a down payment with help from these tips.
Home Buying
11 Mortgage Terms You Should Know
Head into the homebuying process well informed.
Home Buying
7 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Things you need to know before starting the search for your dream home.
Home Buying
How Much for a Down Payment?
Money talks. What does your down payment say?
Home Improvement
6 DIY Weekend Home Projects
Results in a weekend from these do-it-yourself home life improvers.
Personal Loan
5 Common Uses for a Personal Loan
Here's a taste of what you can use loan money for.
VA Home Loan
Buying a Home With a VA Loan
No down payments and good rates are just two of the excellent mortgage benefits for military members.
Home Loan
7 Common Mortgage Myths Debunked
Don’t be swayed by misinformation when it comes to a home loan. Get the facts straight before beginning the search for your dream home.
Mortgage Refinance
COVID-19: Timing Right for Mortgage Refi
Low and volatile rates are drawing many refinancers to the market right now.
Home Loan
Interest Rate vs. APR: What's the Difference?
Making sense of annual percentage rates and interest rates.
