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Many potential homebuyers are concerned in 2026 about interest rates and paying mortgage points. With 30-year mortgage rates well over 6%, buying and affording a home is more challenging than in the recent past. That is one reason that many people are thinking about paying mortgage points on a mortgage, which is one way to… Read More »
Sometimes, getting approved for a refinance mortgage after a divorce can be challenging if you don’t connect with the right lenders or banks. No one gets married expecting divorce, but it happens often in today’s America. Not only is a divorce usually emotionally difficult. There also are many financial concerns that are difficult to deal… Read More »
A blanket mortgage can be a powerful tool for real estate investors and developers managing multiple properties. It simplifies financing, enhances portfolio management, and provides cost-efficiency. Some commercial real estate investors have several properties and understand that juggling several mortgages with various interest rates and terms can be challenging. A blanket loan allows you to… Read More »
Homeowners always like to save on their utility bills, and there are several tax breaks that are available for people who have installed solar panels on their homes. Reducing monthly energy expenses, finding tax credits and helping the world with a smaller foot-print is a wonderful opportunity. In 2023, the federal spending bill that was… Read More »
Many people want to buy investment properties that make them money. But how can you choose the best place to buy investment properties so your dream will become a reality? Below are some of the most important factors to look at as you decide which city to invest in: #1 Jobs and Demographics A real… Read More »
Approaching retirement with a mortgage fully paid off can translate to increased discretionary income from fixed sources when you retire. While there are instances where the savings from paying off your mortgage prematurely may not surpass potential earnings from alternative investments, the non-monetary advantages, such as peace of mind, associated with early mortgage repayment may… Read More »
VA home loans offer a path to homeownership with attractive terms and conditions, and for disabled veterans, these benefits become even more advantageous. The funding fee waiver, housing grants, increased loan entitlement, and dedicated support provided by the VA can significantly ease the financial burden of purchasing or adapting a home to meet specific needs.… Read More »
In June 2021, the Biden Administration announced it had created the Interagency Task Force on Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) to develop actions to reduce ethnic and racial bias in home valuations. The White House reports that the PAVE Action Plan is a wide-ranging set of reforms that will improve equity in the home… Read More »
Are you thinking about moving to a new city when you retire? You are in good company! About 65% of retirees say they want to move when they stop working or already moved. Most retirees say they want to stay near where they retired when they move, but about 40% say they want to live… Read More »
For recent graduates, young professionals or folks considering a career change, affordability of housing often becomes the deciding factor in where they choose to look for a job. Of course, we all want to make the highest possible salary, but a souped-up paycheck in a city with sky-high rent won’t do you much good since… Read More »
