How a Second Home Mortgage Works Differently Than Your Primary Loan
Buying a vacation home means 10% down minimum, rates 0.25%–0.75% higher, and up to $195,000 in cash needed at closing — here's what sets these loans apart.
Why be Wary of Investing in Waterfront Property
Investing in waterfront property may not be an entirely positive experience.
Money Advice for Moving- How Not to Blow Your Budget
Moving can be expensive, but this money-saving advice can help you to ensure you do not blow your budget on a move.
How to Turn Your Own Home Into an Investment
You can turn your own home into a money earning enterprise without having to invest into more real estate.
The Best Credit Cards for College Freshman
Before you send your child off to college, you may want to consider the best credit cards for college freshmen.
House Buying: Is a Pool, Hot Tub or Jacuzzi Worth It?
A pool, jacuzzi or hot tub can seem desirable in a new home but they are expensive. Here are some tips to help you determine if the expense makes sense....
The Risk of Canceling Flood and Hurricane Insurance
Flood and hurricane insurance is expensive, but canceling can really cost you. Learn the risks of canceling your policies for flood and hurricane coverage.
Difficulty Qualifying for a Mortgage as a Retiree
As a retiree, qualifying for a mortgage can be difficult. So, take these steps so you can get that mortgage or refinance when rates remain historically low.
What Will The End Of Fannie Mae Mean For Rates?
There may be gridlock in Washington these days, but there is one issue that seems to have bipartisan support and that is that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac must go....
Tax Reform Before Debt Ceiling Deal?
It may seem unlikely, at least at first blush, but there appears to be some quiet movement toward that end. Senator Max Baucus (D-Mont.) and Representative Dave Camp (R-Mich.) both...
Figuring Out How Big a Mortgage You Can Afford
Before buying a home, you have to first figure out how big a mortgage you can afford. There are multiple easy ways to arrive at a rough estimate.
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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.
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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.
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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’...
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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 to their waists as...
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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 latest...
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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 also increase our comfort level...
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