Emergency funds are something that many people strive for, but often cannot maintain due to tight budgets or the frequent use of saved funds. According to Dave Ramsey, many families have less than $1,000 saved overall and no money in an emergency fund. It
Mar 12, 2021 |
Mortgage interest rates are at record lows and it could be a really good time to get into the housing market. Of course, to get a mortgage loan for a home purchase lenders will look at your credit score. If you’re scared of what they’ll find w
Feb 24, 2021 | Purchasing a Home
Two new mortgage lending rules could help some borrowers more easily qualify for well-priced home loans. In December, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau made some final changes to its qualified mortgage (QM) definitions that affect which loans can b
Feb 17, 2021 |
Budgeting is one of the key concepts to improving personal and family wealth. Creating a plan to increase savings, emergency funds and prep for long-term needs is essential to everyone, but few families are doing this consistently. Budgeting is a habit.
Feb 12, 2021 |
A conventional mortgage loan requires a 20% down payment. If you are a first-time homebuyer however, saving up tens of thousands of dollars can seem like an impossible task. Of course, there are loan programs, like FHA mortgages, that allow for low down p
Feb 10, 2021 | Government Loans USDA Loans
If you are hoping to buy a home in one of the country’s pricier markets, you may need a special type of mortgage. The main two are jumbo loans and super conforming loans. Here’s what you need to know about each one and which is right for you:
Feb 03, 2021 | Jumbo Loans