New Rules Put Mortgages Within Reach for More Families

In a departure from traditional lending standards, Fannie’s HomeReady mortgage rules mean that if your income isn’t enough to get a mortgage you also could. 

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Neighborhood Details to Consider When Buying a Home

When it comes to investing in real estate, it’s not only the house that should be considered, but also the location, neighborhood, and everything in its proximity.

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Renters, get ready to take it on the chin

Rents and occupancy rates are currently hovering at historic highs as supply isn't keeping up with demand. 

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Are You Being Unfairly Charged for Mortgage Insurance? Know Your Rights

Loan servicers have a history of collecting these payments even after the insurance should no longer be required. Here’s how to make sure you don’t overpay.

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Ouch! Three Times You Can Kiss Your Earnest Money Goodbye

The earnest money deposit—the cash you offer to essentially call dibs on a house—is one of the most important and misunderstood parts of the home-buying process.

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The Perks of Buying a Home in the Fall

If you’re a prospective homebuyer, tap into that renewed sense of motivation – and consider the following perks – while hunting for a home this fall.  

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4 Ways Your House Payment Could Unexpectedly Go Up

A stable payment might even be one reason you decided to buy rather than rent. So, when you get a notice that your payment is going up, what could be the reason?

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