Tag Archives: homes
Home Affordable Refinance Program: A Lifebuoy for Underwater Homeowners
Mar 17, 2010 - The Home Affordable Refinance Program, offered by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, is designed to help homeowners who have paid their mortgage on time, but whose property values have fallen through no fault of their own.
3 Tips to Lower Your Rent
Oct 10, 2009 - As the foreclosure wave crests in many parts of the country, many people who used to own homes are joining the ranks of renters. But whether you're new or experienced to renting, it pays to know some tips that can help you with the cost.
Lessons For Landlords
Oct 08, 2009 - According to the National Association of Realtors, last year Americans bought nearly 2 million homes not to live in, but for investment. Which means many of those homes will become rental properties. Will all the new landlords be ready?
The Mortgage That Pays You
Sep 21, 2009 - A reverse mortgage is a mortgage that pays you, instead of the other way around.
Mortgage Meltdown: The Risks of Walking Away
Sep 08, 2009 - Can you simply walk away from an upside down mortgage, when you owe more than your house is worth?
Are You Paying Your Neighbor’s Bills?
Aug 28, 2009 - Many must pay their neighbor's bills or risk loosing their homes.
Can’t Sell Your Home? What Should You Do?
Aug 28, 2009 - What should you do when you can't sell your home? Make money from it, of course.
Mortgage Shopping 101: Locking In The Best Rate
Aug 14, 2009 - Part 4 of a 4 part series on shopping for a mortgage focuses on locking in the best mortgage rate.
Mortgage Shopping 101: Negotiating
Aug 13, 2009 - Part 3 of a 4 part series on shopping for a mortgage focuses on negotiating your mortgage.
Mortgage Shopping 101: Finding the Best Deal
Aug 11, 2009 - Part 2 of a 4 part series on shopping for a mortgage focuses on finding the best deal on your mortgage.
Mortgage Shopping 101: First Things First
Aug 10, 2009 - Part 1 of a 4 part series on shopping for a mortgage focuses on the basics of your mortgage search.
5 Easy Home Repairs That Will Save You Money
Jul 14, 2009 - So you’ve decided you want to save a little money, but don’t feel like leaving your house… simple! There are 5 easy home repairs you can do today that will definitely save you money. Clean/Replace Your Air Filters – According to Angie’s List, almost 60% of all service calls are because of dirty air filters. [...]
House Raffle: $10 For A $3 Million Home
Jul 13, 2009 - Have you bought your $10 raffle ticket for this $3 million home?
Death of the Mortgage Broker
Jun 25, 2009 - Many banks are cutting out the middle man and handling mortgages in-house. Are mortgage brokers a dying breed?
5 Cheap Do-It-Yourself Home Repairs
Jun 22, 2009 - You may not have the money right now to make big home repairs, but that doesn't mean you can't make some small ones that could save you money in the long run.
