Why I’m Grown-Up and Employed, but Still Need Mom to Co-Sign on My Home
When I got my first apartment after college, I needed my mom to co-sign my lease. The landlord required proof that I made three times the rent, but since I wasn’t making nearly enough, [...]
Is an Appraisal Waiver A Way To Save Cash on a Refinance?
When interest rates dropped to record lows in March, I decided to refinance the mortgage on my house. Yet after applying for a refi with my lender, it sent me an email that left [...]
Should I Repaint My Walls Before Selling My Home?
Prepping a house to put on the market often requires a lot of work. Cleaning, decluttering, and organizing are just a few of the steps needed to make the home look more appealing to [...]
Mortgage News Weekly 10/19/20
In This Issue… A Look Into the Markets Mortgage Market Guide Candlestick Chart Economic Calendar for the Week of October 19 – October 24 A Look Into the Markets "Good times, bad times. You [...]
Home Improvement: Sealing Your Grout
Grout fills the space between tiles installed in showers and tubs and on floors and countertops. Over time, grout tends to accumulate dirt and grime on floors and countertops. In places where moisture is [...]
Up-and-Coming Cities for Real Estate Investing
Investing in real estate, whether to purchase a home that you will live in as it appreciates in value or to fix up and resell, can be a very valuable financial move. As real [...]