How to Qualify for a Mortgage with a Down Payment
Buying a home is a major life milestone, and one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make. If you're not able to put down a...
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Jun 264 min
Self-Directed 401(k)'s and Real Estate Investing
A self-directed 401(k) is a type of retirement savings plan that allows you to invest in a wider range of assets than traditional 401(k)...
May 312 min
FHA Considering Eliminating Minimum Down Payment Requirement for Home Buyers
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is considering eliminating the minimum down payment requirement for home buyers. The FHA is a...
May 54 min
Real Estate vs. 401K : Why Real Estate is the Better Investment
Real estate and 401K's are two of the most popular investment options for Americans. Both can be great ways to save for retirement, but...
Mar 205 min
The NAR Lawsuit Agreement: A Boon for Some, a Burden for Others
The recent National Association of Realtors (NAR) agreement resolving a nationwide lawsuit by home sellers has sparked debate within the...
Mar 33 min
Credit Card Defaults Soar Amid Rising Inflation and Interest Rates
Credit card defaults are rising at the fastest pace since the Great Recession, as borrowers struggle to keep up with rising inflation and...
Oct 30, 20233 min
Homeowners Locked Into Low Mortgage Rates Don't Want to Sell:
What Does This Mean for the Housing Market? Homeowners who locked in low mortgage rates during the pandemic are reluctant to sell, which...
Oct 30, 20233 min
Homebuilder Sentiment Dims as Mortgage Rates Rise
Homebuilder sentiment went negative for the first time in seven months in September, thanks to higher mortgage rates. The National...
Oct 20, 20233 min
How an Economic Slowdown Could Cause a Collapse in Home Prices
The housing market is one of the most important sectors of the economy, and it is also one of the most sensitive to economic downturns....
Oct 18, 20232 min
Miami-Dade Mayor, State Attorney Announce New Measures to Protect HOA Residents
Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle have announced new measures to protect homeowners and...
Oct 18, 20233 min
How to Avoid Foreclosure
Foreclosure is the process by which a lender takes possession of a property when the borrower defaults on their loan. This can be a...
Oct 14, 20232 min
Top 5 Reasons to Get a Reverse Mortgage
Reverse mortgages can be a great financial tool for seniors who want to stay in their homes and access the equity they have built up over...
Oct 14, 20232 min
How to Get a Reverse Mortgage and the Pros and Cons
A reverse mortgage is a loan that allows homeowners 62 years of age or older to borrow against the equity in their homes without having...
Oct 14, 20233 min
Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early?
Paying off your mortgage early is a decision with both financial and personal benefits. On the one hand, it can save you thousands of...
Oct 10, 20233 min
FHFA Increases Loan Limits for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in 2024
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has announced that it will raise the loan limits for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in 2024. The...
Oct 9, 20234 min