How to Stage Your Home
The pros know that staging your home is important for selling your home. One of the top tips is to reduce the clutter in your home. So to get your home ready for a sale, tidy up and get rid
How to Begin a Real Estate Career
There’s more you need to do besides getting your license before you begin your real estate career. Make sure you do your homework to ensure you’re ready. Start by deciding on success. If you have the attitude that you will
The Mistakes That Can Kill Your Credit Score
Your credit score is important. It can help you save money on credit card rates, loans and more. But if you have a bad score, you will end up paying more. One missed payment can have a huge effect on
Make a Good Credit Match for Valentine’s Day
Couples should be as open about finances as they are about everything else. Studies have indicated that financial compatibility can translate to a good match. The way people handle their finances can say a lot about them – whether they
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,
What to Do Before Buying Your First Home
Buying your first home can be overwhelming, which is why it’s important to fully understand the process. Start by getting preapproved. That way, you’ll know ahead of time how much you can afford and whether there are any financial or
Credit Suisse Reports Huge Loss
On Thursday, Credit Suisse announced a huge loss in the fourth quarter, the largest in seven years. The bank reported a loss of about $5.75 billion, and shares of the company went down as much as 12 percent. The loss
How to Understand Your Credit Report
Your credit report gives a detailed look at the state of your finances. Make sure you can read it. You get one free credit report a year from each of the three major agencies: Experian, TransUnion and Equifax. Get your
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.
How Real Estate Can Make You a Millionaire
Just buying real estate isn’t going to make you money. You have to invest and capitalize on certain factors to get rich. One factor is your cash flow, or the leftover money after all the expenses have been paid on