Real Estate Financing - Page 14

February 2, 2017

Is a reverse mortgage right for you?

If you are age 62 or older, you may have heard about reverse mortgages. And what you’ve heard may sound too good to be true: Instead of making monthly payments to the bank, the bank pays you.

February 2, 2017

4 Things Your Bank Won't Tell You When You Get a Mortgage

There are some crucial home-buying truths that your bank probably won't tell you. Knowing them can help you to be better informed as a home buyer. The post 4 Things Your Bank Won't Tell You When You Get a Mortgage appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Before You Buy a Bigger House, Consider These 3 Things

Bigger is better, or so the saying goes. And if you're in the market for a larger home purchase, you may need to consider a jumbo mortgage. The post Before You Buy a Bigger House, Consider These 3 Things appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

5 Financial Lessons Learned From the Housing Crisis

The housing crisis is in our rearview mirror, but don't get too comfortable. Here are five lessons to keep in mind as you navigate the path to homeownership. The post 5 Financial Lessons Learned From the Housing Crisis appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Financial Fixes for the Teacher Housing Crisis

Housing prices are so high in some markets that teachers can't afford to live in the districts they serve. But there are programs designed to get teachers into homeownership. The post Financial Fixes for the Teacher Housing Crisis appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Surviving the Zombie Foreclosure

What can you do if your bank decides to walk away from the foreclosure process, leaving your name on the title of a home that you no longer live in? 

February 2, 2017

Real estate investing: Not just for millionaires

If you are thinking about investing in commercial real estate via one of these vehicles, here are the three most important things you need to know.

February 2, 2017

Can I Walk Away From My House After Bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy and foreclosure can each have serious negative consequences for your credit scores. But what if you experience one and then the other? The post Can I Walk Away From My House After Bankruptcy? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Interest-Only Mortgages Are Back -- Should We Be Afraid?

Interest-only mortgages played a huge role in the financial crisis, and after disappearing for a few years, these loans are available again (sort of). The post Interest-Only Mortgages Are Back -- Should We Be Afraid? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

The Surprising Way Your Job Can Affect Your Mortgage

If you work far away from the home you want to buy, you could end up paying more for your mortgage if you're not savvy. Here's how to avoid higher costs. The post The Surprising Way Your Job Can Affect Your Mortgage appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.