Mortgage NewsOctober 22, 2019Forget paying full listing price; here’s where homebuyers can find dealsDon’t want to pay full listing price? According to a new forecast, you may not have to — especially if you choose the right location.
Mortgage NewsOctober 21, 2019Home values notch biggest increase in five years, new data showsIf you already own a home, then you’re in luck. According to a new study, home values made their biggest climb in five years last month.
Mortgage NewsOctober 17, 2019Here’s how much DIYing can save you (and cost you)DIYing can be a smart way to save money. But according to a study, not all DIY projects are created equally.
ForecastsOctober 16, 20192020 mortgage and refinance rates forecast from experts2020 mortgage rates forecast: What do the experts say we can expect in terms of real estate financing costs?
Mortgage NewsOctober 16, 2019Payment-to-income ratios drop; housing affordability rises in many marketsPayment-to-income ratios are down, and in early September, housing affordability hit a 32-month high, according to new data.
First-Time Home BuyersOctober 15, 2019Most Americans think getting a mortgage would be hard for them — here’s why they’re wrongThree in five Americans think they might not qualify for a mortgage. But their odds are better than they think. Learn how to qualify with any background.
Mortgage NewsOctober 15, 2019The country’s hottest housing markets aren’t what you’d expectThe hottest housing markets aren't big cities or metros. According to new data, they’re smaller, outlying cities with more affordable housing.
Mortgage NewsOctober 14, 2019New study: Almost half of all renters are paying too much for housingAccording to new data, the share of renters who are burdened by their housing costs has hit its highest rate in five years.
Mortgage NewsOctober 9, 2019Planning some DIY? These home improvement projects bring the most joyDo you have some home improvements in mind? Then choose carefully. According to a new survey, some projects spark more joy than others.
Mortgage NewsOctober 8, 2019Millennials notch highest refinance share in four yearsLow mortgage rates have spurred a refinance surge with Millennials, accounting for 25 percent of the group's loan activity in August.
Mortgage RatesOctober 7, 2019Studies say: Home prices up, mortgage costs down. Don’t miss this rare opportunityNormally when home prices go up, mortgage payments go up. But not in 2019. Learn how low rates have led to smaller payments, even on pricier homes.
Mortgage NewsOctober 7, 2019House prices might be rising, but buying a home is still affordable in these marketsHouse prices have been rising steadily for a while now, but there are still some pockets of affordability for would-be homebuyers.
Mortgage NewsOctober 3, 2019Property crimes are highest in this state; how safe is your house?How safe is your state? A new study shows that Alaska and New Mexico have seen the biggest jumps in property crimes over the last five years.
Buying a homeOctober 2, 2019Qualifying for a mortgage can be hard with high DTI. A new rule in 2020 could change thatDebt-to-income requirements can make it harder to get a mortgage if you have lower income or live somewhere expensive. A new rule in 2020 could change that.
Mortgage NewsOctober 2, 2019Real estate agents say it’s a good time for selling your houseThinking of selling your house? You might want to hop on it. Agents say it’s a seller’s market — and you’ll face less competition as a result.
Mortgage NewsOctober 1, 2019New study shows living with mom and dad is more popular than everAmerican households are changing, and according to a new study, today’s young adults are living with mom and dad more than ever before.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 30, 2019First-time homebuyers feel unprepared, discriminated against, a new survey showsA new survey shows first-time homebuyers don’t feel prepared to buy a home. Some even say they've been discriminated against in the process
ForecastsSeptember 26, 2019Could mortgage rates stay below 4% through 2020?Mortgage rates have been at near-record lows over the past few months. But will the trend stick through 2020? Experts say yes.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 26, 2019Equity rises by $5K for most homeowners — and 5X that in some statesThe average homeowner earned about $4,900 in home equity over the last year. In some states? Homeowners gained more than five times that.
