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Do This a Few Days Each Month and Watch Your Mortgage Disappear
Karla Bowsher on March 30, 2018
Anyone with internet access and some spare space can bring in enough extra money to cover a mortgage payment every month. Find out how to do it.
Ask Stacy: Did the New Tax Law Affect Reverse Mortgages?
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 5, 2018
Reverse mortgages can provide needed financial options for seniors. But will the new tax law change that?
Saturday School: What Is a Hybrid ARM Mortgage?
Money Talks News on December 8, 2017
Can’t decide between fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgages? As this video explains, you can have both.
Saturday School: How Mortgage Interest Rates Impact Your Payment
Money Talks News on October 27, 2017
Watch this video and learn the pros and cons of both fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loans.
Saturday School — What Is a Mortgage?
Money Talks News on September 22, 2017
The idea of a mortgage loan is simple — you borrow money from the bank to purchase a home. But the reality is more complicated.
Ask Stacy — Can I Really Get a No-Cost Mortgage?
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 28, 2017
Some mortgage lenders claim you can refinance to a lower rate at “no cost.” Don’t believe them.
Mortgage Down Payments — How Low Should You Go?
Karla Bowsher on July 5, 2017
The traditional mortgage down payment of 20 percent is dying out. In fact, many buyers put down next to nothing. Here’s how to determine the best route for you.
Chase Offers Some Cardholders 100,000 Rewards Points for New Mortgage
Krystal Steinmetz on May 10, 2017
In its latest push to woo a new generation of homebuyers, Chase is offering some of its credit card holders a hefty reward for financing a mortgage with the bank.
Ask Stacy — Should I Pay For a Mortgage Acceleration Program?
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 21, 2017
Is there a way to pay off a 30-year mortgage in seven years by using sophisticated techniques? No, but there are simple ways to pay off your mortgage early.
9 Tips for Refinancing Your Underwater Mortgage
Marilyn Lewis on April 19, 2017
The housing crisis lingers for many people, but the good news is that a better mortgage may be within reach.
How to Save as Mortgage Rates Hit 2017 Highs
Krystal Steinmetz on March 17, 2017
Homebuyers are paying more to borrow money and purchase a home. We have tips to help you save as costs climb.
Is a 15-Year Mortgage the Perfect Home Loan?
Chris Kissell on March 13, 2017
Do the math, and the 15-year mortgage emerges as a powerful tool for saving money. But it’s not for everybody.
Ask Stacy: What’s the Fastest Way to Pay Off My Mortgage?
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 24, 2017
Want to get rid of the mortgage ASAP and pay as little interest as possible in the meantime? Here’s what you need to know.
Tips for Singles and Couples Searching for the Best Mortgage
Karla Bowsher on February 14, 2017
Mortgage shopping differs depending on whether you are single or part of a couple. Here are some things to keep in mind when trying to land a great rate.
Reverse Mortgages Have Changed: Is It Time to Take Another Look?
Marilyn Lewis on July 25, 2016
New rules have made reverse mortgages safer for seniors who need to access their home equity while remaining on the property. Here’s how they work.
Ask Stacy: Should I Save More for Retirement or Pay Down My Mortgage?
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 13, 2016
Living a debt-free life is important, especially as you approach retirement. But there are worse things than debt.
Goldman Sachs to Pay $5.1 Billion in ‘Toxic Mortgage’ Settlement
Krystal Steinmetz on January 14, 2016
The settlement puts to rest a probe of the investment bank’s role in bundling and selling shady mortgage-backed securities in the years leading up to the financial crisis.
Ask Stacy: Will Having a Mortgage Improve My Credit Score?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 17, 2015
Paying attention to your credit report and score is responsible. But unless you’re planning on borrowing soon, there’s no reason to lose sleep over the little things.
What You Need to Know About the New Mortgage Rules
Marilyn Lewis on October 2, 2015
Changes that kick in Saturday are intended to make the process of getting a mortgage more transparent for most of us. Here’s the skinny.
New Rules Put Mortgages Within Reach for More Families
Marilyn Lewis on September 28, 2015
Minority and low-income households in particular should benefit from more relaxed home-buying standards.
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