How to remove private mortgage insurance early
19 September 2023
Can you get a mortgage if you have student debt?
8 August 2023
More than 43 million Americans have student loan debt, with the average borrower paying around $200/month. Student loans can open the door to a valuable education and a rewarding career, but carrying and paying off that debt can be a financial burden and a barrier to homeownership. While it can be more challenging to get ...
Strategies for buying a home when mortgage rates are higher
6 June 2023
If you’re thinking of buying a home, you may be aware of a challenge that has appeared over the past year. After the period of record-low mortgage rates that lasted from about 2020 through 2021, rates have since risen back to a level that was last seen in the 2000s. This means that financing a ...
How to take cash out of your home and keep your mortgage rate
9 May 2023
Homeownership provides shelter, stability and a sense of pride, and it can also serve as a valuable financial asset. If you find yourself in need of extra funds, tapping into your home equity can be an attractive option. Today, homeowners who want to access their equity without refinancing their mortgage and giving up a low ...
Why to get preapproved for a mortgage
25 April 2023