10 Things You Shouldn't Do When You're Buying a Home
Home Buying Don'tsYour home buying process is well underway. The sellers accepted your offer to purchase. The home is officially under contract and you're counting down the days to closing. The lender pre-approved you, so buying the house is a sure thing, right?Not quite. Nothing is certain until ... more...

Total Cost Of Credit vs Monthly Payments
I read a press release the other day which points to the fact we need to be very careful with our finances. The subject of the release was home mortgages. A company was announcing the availability of 40 year mortgages for its customers. The stated purpose was to lower the monthly payments ... more...

What is a Home Equity Line of Credit?
A home equity credit line is a kind of loan which is secured against a property as collateral. It is a type of revolving loan which allows the borrower to loan funds at the time and in the amount the borrower chooses, up to a maximum credit limit for which the borrower has been qualified. The ... more...

How to Buy a Holiday Home Abroad
The thought of owning a second home in the sun or a ski lodge or mountain retreat where we can escape whenever the mood takes us is of course a commonly held dream.And with the simplification of re-mortgaging facilities, the affordability of home loans and the growth in underlying equity many of us ... more...

Foreclosure Scams To Be Aware Of
Homeowners facing foreclosure should be aware of unscrupulous lenders and scammers. Dont get me wrong, most lenders and agencies are reputable and legit. However some lenders, commonly second mortgage issuers will use unethical practices that increase the risk of nonpayment by the borrower. These ... more...

Getting the Lowest Rate Home Equity Loan
Home equity loans have several advantages. For starters, they allow homeowners to tap into their homes equity and receive a lump sum of money. Money is useful for debt consolidations, home improvement, education, and so forth. Some people confuse home equity loans with refinancing. Nonetheless, ... more...

Home Equity Loans Online - Types Of Home Equity Loans
A home equity loan allows you to tap into your propertys value to pay off short-term debt, remodel, or pay for college. There are several options for drawing on your equity, each with their own benefits and drawbacks. No matter which option you choose, interest is still tax deductible.Refinancing ... more...

5 Home Buying Essentials
Purchasing a home involves certain important, even essential, steps that every buyer should take before closing on a purchase. Lets examine these essentials which, if properly implemented, can help you save valuable time and aggravation.1. Determine What You Can Borrow. Sure, if you know your ... more...

Subprime Mortgages How Large of a Down Payment Do You Need?
Subprime mortgages offer more flexibility with down payments than conventional home loans. You can choose to put nothing or over 20% down. And with a subprime mortgage, you dont have to worry about paying private mortgage insurance.Zero-Down MortgagesZero-down mortgages allow people with little ... more...

Buying an Unfinished Home Maybe Your Answer
For the first time want-to-be homeowner, purchasing an unfinished new home maybe just the answer. With mortgage interest rates still at record lows, there has not been a better time to purchase a home in decades. However, home prices have dramatically risen over the past several years, and even ... more...