Three of the Best Ways to Stop Foreclosure
From the month of September 2013 to October 2013, foreclosure filings in the United States increased by two percent. This is more common in some states than others, with Florida holding steady at the top…
Your Home
Make smart financial moves around homeownership. From buying and selling to refinancing, home improvements, and property value insights, get the guidance to protect your investment and build equity.
Walking Away From a Mortgage
The mortgage crisis has left many homeowners in the difficult position of having a mortgage that’s worth more than the home it’s secured by. Being upside-down in a mortgage is an undesirable situation so much…
Get Your House Ready for Winter
Taking a few simple steps in getting your home ready for winter can amount to saving big bucks on your heating bill. And this is the perfect time of year to do it, before the…
Renting with a Roommate
One of the decisions you’ll need to make when you move out on your own is whether to have a roommate. Having a roommate lets you share in the cost of having your own place,…
Moving Out into Your First Apartment
Moving out on your own is a big step towards independence, and means more freedom and increased responsibility. It’s a good idea to begin preparation about a year before you actually do move, so you…
Improve Your Home on a Budget
Ready for some changes in your living space, but don’t want to spend big bucks? Relatively low-cost, and fairly easy projects can give your home a face lift. Smaller projects are great, because you can…
Be Careful About Over-Improving Your Home
We spend a lot of money improving our homes, sometimes too much. Home owners just love to make their home-sweet-home a little sweeter. We spend a lot of money, put in some hard work, and…
The Real Cost of Homeownership
So, you’ve done all your research before buying a home. You’ve checked with mortgage lenders, you’ve improved your credit score, and you’ve paid off other debts. You’ve saved the required down payment and you know…
Financial Preparation for Homebuying
If you’re thinking about buying a home, be sure to prepare for it long in advance; some may want to start working on their financial situation up to a year before home purchase. Improve your…
Buying Your Home
Buying a home is exciting! Many people view homeownership as having security, a stepping-stone to financial freedom. Some of the benefits to consider: Owning a home takes a lot of work, money, and commitment, but…