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15 Cities Where Residents Fell Behind on Their Mortgages During the Pandemic

on September 29, 2021

Homeowners in these cities had the most trouble making mortgage payments over the past year.

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10 Alternatives to a Reverse Mortgage

on August 9, 2021

A reverse mortgage can be tempting. But consider these cheaper, safer options first.

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Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Before Retirement?

on July 19, 2021

Common wisdom suggests you need to retire debt-free. But for many, that’s simply not an option.

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It’s About to Get Easier for Over a Million Homeowners to Refinance Their Mortgages

on June 7, 2021

Homeowners left out of the mortgage refinance boom may soon find it easier to save on their home loan payments.

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15 Cities Where Homeowners Are Most Likely to Refinance Their Mortgage

on June 4, 2021

Homeowners in these cities are taking advantage of low interest rates to refinance their mortgages.

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3 Questions to Ask Before Prepaying Your Mortgage

on May 25, 2021

Prepaying your mortgage is not always a great move. Ask these questions before taking the plunge.

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The 9 Top Reasons Mortgage Loans Are Denied in the U.S.

on April 30, 2021

These are the biggest ways mortgage applications fall through.

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10 Clever Ways to Save Money on Your Mortgage

on December 17, 2020

It’s one of the most expensive things you can buy — so it’s worth investigating every avenue for saving.

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Mortgage Rates Start to Climb: Should You Refinance?

on November 16, 2020

Mortgage rates still remain relatively low — but for how much longer?

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Cities With the Highest — and Lowest — Share of Income Spent on Mortgages

on November 16, 2020

Housing costs as a percentage of income vary substantially across cities and states.

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The Top 6 Objections to Reverse Mortgages

on November 13, 2020

A reverse mortgage can make sense for people in the right financial situation, though it’s not for everyone.

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15 States With the Most Seriously Overdue Mortgages

on November 6, 2020

When federal forbearance programs expire and the moratorium on foreclosures is lifted, millions of homeowners could be in serious trouble.

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Why the Mortgage Refinance Window Could End Soon

on October 24, 2020

The window of opportunity for refinancing into super-cheap mortgages could be closing.

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Senior Home Equity Booms: Should You Get a Reverse Mortgage?

on October 22, 2020

Older homeowners have a record amount of housing wealth.

Pros and Cons of a Reverse Mortgage During the Pandemic Crisis
Pros and Cons of a Reverse Mortgage During the Pandemic Crisis

on October 20, 2020

If you’re considering a reverse mortgage, weigh these factors first.

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14 Important Reverse Mortgage Facts

on October 8, 2020

Ditch the commercials and learn how they work before you start shopping or rule these loans out.

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Should I Get a Reverse Mortgage?

on September 28, 2020

For some, reverse mortgages are a perfect way to get extra retirement income. But they’re not for everyone.

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6 Tips for Refinancing Your Mortgage During the Pandemic

on September 22, 2020

Mortgage rates are at all-time lows — meaning homeowners could save big by refinancing.

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Why Haven’t 19 Million Homeowners Refinanced Their Mortgages Yet?

on September 19, 2020

Many Americans could slash their mortgages payments but have yet to take advantage of the opportunity.

6 Tips to Get the Best Deal on a Mortgage During the Pandemic
6 Tips to Get the Best Deal on a Mortgage During the Pandemic

on August 12, 2020

If you’re thinking about homeownership, now’s the time to catch the market dip.

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