Private Mortgage Insurance: What It Costs and 3 Ways to Get Rid of It Faster
You can request PMI cancellation at 80% LTV—a full year before automatic termination kicks in at 78%. Here's what it costs and 3 ways to speed up removal.
Just in Time for Halloween: The Mask of Condo-Mania
If you’re among small real estate investors who don’t think it matters what the big developers do, consider what happened when Wall Street and larger investors learned this lesson: there’s...
The Simplest Guide to Successful Selling
You are ready to sell your investor house and collect the benefits. Hopefully. But your profits are razor-thin, so you don’t want to involve a broker who will reduce the...
Sound Familiar? House Flippers Hit A Snag
Uh oh. Haven’t we seen this movie already? As many of you undoubtedly know, much of the housing “recovery” has been concentrated in what is euphemistically referred to as “cash...
Move Fast to Sell Your Home Before Thanksgiving
Some buyers preferred the more laid-back, relaxed environment of the holidays because they have few competing buyers for properties they are interested in touring and possibly placing an offer to...
Flip-flopping on Flipping
A recent report contends that short-term investor profits from home flipping are declining. I view this as good news, at least in my opinion.
Is Housing Market Following Stock Market Pattern?
The stock market crashed. Is the housing market next? That’s not my opinion. And if you asked me, I would say I don’t know if that will happen.
Do You Have Enough Personal Liability Insurance In Your Homeowners’ Policy?
Homeowners insurance protects you and your family for both your house and personal property in the event of property damage or loss of personal items. Typically, homeowners’ insurance policies have...
For Women Only
If you ask me why I think this blog is for men, I really don’t have an easy answer. Maybe because I think of do-it-yourself men wearing tool belts strapped...
PrimeRates Market Talk: Slow Start As Lack Of Data Continues:
Still no end in sight in the latest Washington standoff. Futures are down a bit as the prospect of no official data makes analysts antsy–what to blame (or credit) the...
5 Tips to Winterize Your Home
Completing projects to winterize your home can pay off in a number of ways. Not only will you also be able to keep warm in the winter but you can...
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In 2026, with rates at 6.49%, preapproval is a competitive necessity. Learn how it differs from prequalification and why it matters.
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How to Get a Mortgage with a 580 Credit Score in 2026: Real Options That Actually Work
Get a mortgage with a 580 credit score in 2026 using FHA loans, which allow 3.5% down with a score of 580. Expect rates around 7.5% for a 30-year loan.
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How to Use a Home Equity Loan to Fund a Major Renovation Without Regret
46% of homeowners tap equity for renovations, but many end up with more debt than planned. Here's how to avoid that trap.
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Guide to Selecting the Ideal Mortgage for You
The best mortgage for you will depend on your personal situation and preferences.
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Five Ways to Messing Up Mortgage Refinancing
Its time to refinance your mortgage, but here are five ways to hurting yourself and messing up mortgage refinancing.
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