A good credit score is important in today's world. It can help lower your borrowing costs and help you to pay less for insurance. It could even help you land a job! That's because lenders, insurance companies and a growing number of employers are... (Read More)

You found a home your family absolutely loves. But you're not the only one who feels that way and now you're in a multiple-offer situation, competing against other home buyers for the same property. What's the best way to make an offer on a home... (Read More)

There's nothing like moving — whether it's across town or across the country — to make you realize just how much stuff you have! When moving, you're likely to let some things go, but probably also add some new appliances, furniture and other... (Read More)

The VA home loan program is one of the most flexible and attractive ways to finance a home today. There's no set downpayment requirement, no private mortgage insurance and rates are lower than with many other types of loan programs. It's also one of... (Read More)

Thinking about making a move this fall? If you need to sell a home first, you know that there likely will be a smaller group of potential buyers than there was in May, June and July. That doesn't make the off-season a bad time to sell a home... (Read More)

You know that VA home loans are an incredible benefit for veterans and active-duty military personnel. But are National Guard members and reservists eligible as well? The answer is yes for those who meet certain criteria and who have completed at... (Read More)

Stop for a moment and really think about this one: What are you looking for in your next home? The National Association of Realtors surveyed home buyers nationwide on the home features that are most important to them and found that home buying needs... (Read More)

You want to buy a home, but you don't have a 20 percent down payment saved. The good news is that in many cases, home buyers don't need that much money to buy a home. But you're going to have to set aside some money. How much? And how can you save... (Read More)

Identity theft is a fast-growing type of crime. Are you doing enough to protect yourself? Here are some simple yet effective ways to help prevent someone from stealing your personal information. Carry as little information as possible with you... (Read More)

Have your dreams of homeownership set sail? Even if you have bad credit or are on a tight budget, specialty mortgage options abound. One type of specialty mortgage that's often overlooked is the 203(k) or DIY home loan. This type of loan allows... (Read More)