Five Ways to Make Your Home Safer
Safety is about more than just alarm systems. Check out our five key areas to prioritize for peace of mind in your home.
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Should You Buy a Foreclosed Home?
If you’re bargain-hunting for your next home, you may stumble across foreclosed homes at great prices. Here’s what you need to know before you commit.
Six Reasons Lenders Reject Mortgage Applications
Find out how mortgage applications fall short and how you might be able to strengthen your application to ensure you’ll qualify.
Should You Pay Your Mortgage Biweekly?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of paying off your mortgage biweekly, and how do you determine if it’s right for you?
When a Mortgage Co-Signer Might Make Sense
Should you go it alone or ask for the help of a friend or relative when applying for your home loan? We’ve compiled some scenarios wherein a co-signer might make sense.
Five Key Benefits of Homeownership
What is it about owning a home that makes it such an aspirational cornerstone of the American Dream?
What Impact Does a Property’s Occupancy Have on Your Mortgage?
Why should the type of property you’re financing affect your mortgage rate? As with many mortgage questions, the answer lies in the lender’s risk.
What to Look for in a Mortgage Lender
Trying to choose the right mortgage lender for your home purchase or refinance? Here’s how to find your perfect match.
Fast Facts on FICO®
You’ve probably heard the term “FICO Score” thrown around, but have you ever stopped to think about what it is, where it came from and why it’s considered the gold standard of credit scoring by many lenders?
Five Things to Consider When Choosing Your New Neighborhood
Considering your next home purchase? Keep these five things in mind when determining which neighborhood is right for you.
