Mortgage

How to Protect Your Home When on Vacation

Before leaving your home and going on vacation, there are some things you can do to keep your home safe and the burglars away: Make sure all the doors and windows are properly locked If you have security cameras, check

Mortgages and Millennials: Tips for Today’s Young Buyers

Taking on the responsibility of owning a home is not a decision to be entered into lightly, but that doesn’t mean young buyers should shy away from the American dream. Contrary to much of the media hype around Millennials –

Mortgage Rates May Reach a Record Low

Two months when the Federal Reserve raised its funds rate, mortgage rates began a free fall. “Mortgage rates are going down again, and it’s good for borrowers, but is it really good for the housing market and the broader economy?

Mortgage Rates Fall For Fifth Week in a Row

For the fifth straight week, average long-term U.S. mortgage rates have fallen. According to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac, the average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 3.72 percent this week. Last week it was at 3.79 percent. In December,

The Mortgage Mistake You Shouldn’t Make

If you’re looking to buy a house in 2016, keep in mind that the loan amount you qualify for may be different than what you can afford. People saying buying is cheaper than rent, but that’s not always the case.

Mortgage Rates Continue to Fall

Recent data shows that mortgage rates are continuing to lower. The volatility in financial markets is making investors wary of stocks. They are instead turning to bonds, which is lowering home loan rates. The rates were not affected by the

Reverse Mortgages Can Now Be a Useful Source of Cash for Retirement

Reverse mortgages have long been thought as a last resort source of cash for retirees. But the stigma is starting to lessen. With new rules for these loans, experts have now endorsed them. “There’s a totally different way of thinking

Banks Are Backing Away From Mortgages

Big banks are starting to back away from mortgages and are lending less. The trend is following the rise in lenders like Quicken Loans which has been taking up market shares of mortgages in recent years. “The mortgage market is

Homeowners Could Benefit From Mortgage Refinancing

With mortgage rates so low, homeowners are looking at wide benefits from refinancing. According to a new report from Black Knight Financial Services, more than 5 million could qualify and benefit from refinancing their mortgage. Rates are now below 4 percent, and

Mortgage Lenders to Ease Up on Home Loans in New Year

Those looking for a home mortgage may have some luck in the upcoming year. According to Fannie Mae, lenders are expected to ease up on credit standards in the future, making getting a home more affordable. “These current practices and

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