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)...
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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 32 min
Benefits of the FHA Waiver of the Mortgage Credit Reject (MCR) Flag in the FHA Connection System
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) recently waived a requirement that FHA-approved lenders flag rejected loans in the FHA...
Apr 294 min
2024 to 2025: Florida Extends Deadline for Initial Condo Milestone Inspections (SB 154)
In the aftermath of the horrific collapse of the Champlain Towers South condo building in Surfside, Florida in 2021, a wave of reform...
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 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, 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 14, 20232 min
Homeowners Gained $1 Trillion in Equity: What to Do and What Not to Do
Homeowners have gained over $1 trillion in equity in the past year, thanks to rising home prices. This is a significant increase, and it...
Oct 11, 20233 min
Despite Challenges, Construction Industry Expected to See Moderate Growth in 2023
The construction industry in the United States saw mixed results in August 2023, with some sectors showing growth and others declining....
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 5, 20233 min
6 Reasons Why Refinancing Your Mortgage to Pay Debts and Cash Out Is a Good Idea
Refinancing your mortgage to pay debts and cash out can be a good idea for a number of reasons. It can help you save money on interest,...
Oct 2, 20233 min
Guiding Immigrant Borrowers to Homeownership
Homeownership is a dream for many immigrants, but it can be difficult to achieve. There are a number of challenges that immigrant...
Sep 29, 20234 min
US Economy Grows 2.1% in Q2, Home Values Appreciate, Borrowers Consolidate High-Cost Debt
The US economy grew at a 2.1% annualized rate in the second quarter of 2023, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. This follows a...
Sep 26, 2023