Category: Borrow
7 Times You Should Not Pay Off a Mortgage Before Retiring
Emmet Pierce on November 26, 2021
It often makes financial sense to avoid paying off your mortgage before retiring.
6 Smart Ways to Pay for Home Improvements
MTN Staff on November 25, 2021
Have a project you’re tired of putting off? Maybe you haven’t considered all your options — the start of your dream home upgrade could be just a few minutes away.
10 States With the Highest Credit Scores
Chris Kissell on November 24, 2021
Scores are climbing in every state, but these places are setting the pace.
4 States Where Mortgage Balances Are Rising Fastest
Chris Kissell on November 23, 2021
As home prices climb higher, loan balances are ballooning in these places.
10 States Where Credit Card Debt Is Becoming More Manageable
Ben Geier on November 17, 2021
In a positive sign, the average credit card debt and other statistics are trending in the right direction here.
If You Ever Want to Buy a Home, Do These 6 Things
Mike Brassfield on November 11, 2021
In a difficult housing market, it’s important to be as prepared as possible.
Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Early?
Stephanie Colestock on November 11, 2021
Here are some great reasons to do it — and some reasons not to.
The 6 Worst Mortgage Mistakes You Can Make
Maryalene LaPonsie on November 11, 2021
A house may be the most important purchase of your life. Don’t blow it by making one of these dumb mistakes.
Get the Most Credit Card Rewards Possible This Holiday Season
MTN Staff on November 2, 2021
During one of the biggest spending periods of the year, shouldn’t you make sure to get the rewards you deserve?
10 Cities Where the Most Seniors Still Have Mortgages
Chris Kissell on October 29, 2021
In some cities, the share of seniors who still have a home loan is almost 25%.
7 Great Tools to Help You Get Out of Debt
Jim Gold on October 27, 2021
These free and cheap apps and sites can help you pay down debt and achieve financial freedom.
7 Times It Makes Sense to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early
Emmet Pierce on October 22, 2021
Here are some good reasons to get rid of your biggest financial obligation.
7 Surprising Things That Damage Your Credit Score
Allison Martin on October 21, 2021
A seemingly small stumble can cause your credit score to plummet.
5 Ways to Buy a House With a Small Down Payment
Aly Yale on October 20, 2021
You don’t always need 20% down. In fact, in some cases, you don’t need anything down.
How Debt Has Affected Some Baby Boomers’ Health
Chris Kissell on October 11, 2021
A vicious cycle can harm both your wallet and your long-term health.
Apps Offering Free Credit Scores Have Big Drawbacks
Chris Kissell on October 6, 2021
A Consumer Reports investigation finds that apps offering free credit scores charge too much, offer too little and come with privacy risks.
How You Can Capitalize on Home Equity for Retirement
Patrick Villanova on October 5, 2021
There are several ways to make good use of your home’s value as you head into this chapter of your life.
70% of Americans Falsely Believe This About Their Credit Scores
Chris Kissell on October 4, 2021
The realities of credit scores can be harsh. Millions of Americans apparently prefer a fantasy.
15 U.S. Cities With the Highest Loan Approval Rates
Jonathan Jones on October 4, 2021
Homebuyers in these cities are most likely to get good news from mortgage lenders.
The 4 Best Cash-Back Credit Cards Available Today
MTN Staff on September 30, 2021
Get ready to save big on your holiday shopping and year-round with these amazing cash-back offers.
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