Real Estate Financing - Page 15

February 2, 2017

More Money, More Problems: When a Big Down Payment Could Spell Trouble

Conventional wisdom says the more money you can put down on a home, the better. Not so fast! Here are five reasons you might want to dial down your payment. The post More Money, More Problems: When a Big Down Payment Could Spell Trouble appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Save Money With Smaller Jumbos

Home buyers trying to purchase a pricey property will probably need a jumbo loan -- a mortgage that exceeds government limits. But there are different types of jumbos, and some are a little easier and cheaper to get than others. The post Save Money With Smaller Jumbos appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Why Buying a Condo for Your College Kid Could Be a Smart Move

With prices booming again in many real-estate markets, it might make sense to buy a condo for your college-bound kid to use while in school. Here's a look at some potential strategies to save and even make money. The post Why Buying a Condo for Your College Kid Could Be a Smart Move appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Should You Refinance Even If You Plan to Sell Your Home?

Are you hesitant to refinance your mortgage because you're thinking of selling your home at some point? Sometimes refinancing could still make sense. The post Should You Refinance Even If You Plan to Sell Your Home? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Will a loan modification solve your problems?

Let’s assume you live in one of the geographical areas that were hit the hardest by the home mortgage crisis.

February 2, 2017

4 Ways Your House Payment Could Unexpectedly Go Up

So you bought a house, expecting a stable monthly payment, but then you get a notice that your payment is going up. What might be the reason? The post 4 Ways Your House Payment Could Unexpectedly Go Up appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

How to Make Sure Your Dream Home Is a Good Investment, Too

Looking at the home you've fallen in love with as a real estate investment can help you make sure buying is a smart financial decision. The post How to Make Sure Your Dream Home Is a Good Investment, Too appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

4 Common Mortgage Killers -- and How to Survive Them

Here are four common roadblocks you may encounter in the mortgage underwriting process, and how you can fix them. The post 4 Common Mortgage Killers -- and How to Survive Them appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

Will Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Hurt My Credit?

Shopping for a home loan means getting your credit pulled. There's no way around it. But what can you do to make sure your credit doesn't get dinged unnecessarily? The post Will Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Hurt My Credit? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 2, 2017

5 Things Your Mortgage Broker Wishes You Knew

A savvy mortgage broker will help you bring your A-game to the home-buying table -- but only if you know how to use him to your advantage. The post 5 Things Your Mortgage Broker Wishes You Knew appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.