If you’re in the market for a home, particularly your first one, it’s advisable to meet with a mortgage lender at the beginning of the process. Having a mortgage pre approval letter from a lender...
If you’re in the market for a home, particularly your first one, it’s advisable to meet with a mortgage lender at the beginning of the process. Having a mortgage pre approval letter from a lender...
As baby boomers age, their adult children often face challenging questions about caring for their elders. Not everyone is suited for multi-generational living. Be honest as you ask yourself these questions. What are your parents’...
Illness, job loss and other problems related to the current coronavirus pandemic have left many homeowners and renters unable to pay their mortgages or monthly rent payments. Fortunately, the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic...
Homeowners face stiff penalties both for paying off their mortgages early and for making their monthly payments late. Here’s how mortgage prepayment and late payment penalties work and what you can do to avoid them....
Getting your first home mortgage can be intimidating. Let’s eliminate fear of the unknown by answering some common questions. Q: Can I get a mortgage even though I have bad credit? Yes, though you’ll get...
In times of financial distress, some homeowners can seek relief from monthly payments through mortgage forbearance programs. These programs can be helpful during rough times, but they must be handled with care. Let’s take a...
The COVID-19 pandemic has touched almost every aspect of our lives. Our personal finances are no exception. If you’ve lost your job or taken a pay cut, you may have trouble keeping up with your...
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused millions of Americans to lose their jobs. Fortunately, some companies are offering emergency financial relief to consumers. Let’s look at COVID-19 financial relief programs by industry and learn how you...
Most homeowners sell their houses to traditional buyers who plan to make the property their home. But investors also buy homes, and sometimes it may be advantageous to sell to one. What are the pros...
For many Americans, owning investment real estate is a steady path to financial security. Renting out your investment property means positive cash flow, and you can use those rental payments to build your equity in...
