homeowners

You probably comparison-shop for most of your purchases, especially the big ones. If you're going to spend money on a new appliance or an automobile, you want to review options to make sure you're getting the best deal. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB),...

You want to know exactly what you are getting when you make any large purchase, especially when you are buying a home — the largest purchase that many Americans will ever make in their life. That's why a real estate disclosure statement is a fundamental part of any real estate...

What does your dream home look like, and how much does it cost? Whether it's a cottage on a secluded beach, a stately mansion on a hill, or something in-between, your dream home probably won't come cheap. Two recent surveys agree that America's dream home is relatively expensive but...

Are you thinking about putting your house on the market? Check out our infographic below to discover the most popular marketing methods that other U.S. home sellers are using. Learn about incentives you could offer to attract potential buyers. This infographic wraps up our 2018 Keys to...

The housing market in the United States is red-hot. Strong demand is driving home values up all over the country, and the average number of days a home stays on the market has dropped to 35. All in all, there have been plenty of reasons for homeowners and sellers to cheer — but it has...

A student loan can be your best friend or your worst nightmare. It can lead to an advanced degree that leads to a better job with higher pay and superior benefits. It can also be a millstone of debt keeping you from fulfilling other life goals – such as owning a home. A recent survey from...

This morning we received updated data for US mortgage applications. The reading suggests that higher rates are in fact hurting applications. As shown below, the 30-year mortgage rate now sits at roughly 4.6%, the highest level in nearly 7 years. Higher rates have led to steady declines in...

The housing market topped a new threshold over the past week. Buoyed by a strong economy and a series of interest rate increases by the Federal Reserve, thirty-year fixed mortgage interest rates reached 4.61% – the highest number since May of 2011. Rates crossed the 4% threshold in the week...

Welcome to the 2018 home-buying market. Rising demand and an extremely tight supply of homes, especially in the critical starter-home market, make it difficult to realize your goal of home ownership. In this buyer's market, you'll need two important things to land your dream home –...