Real Estate Financing - Page 27

February 1, 2017

What Is Fannie Mae? And Freddie Mac, for That Matter?

If you're shopping for a mortgage, you've probably heard of Fannie Mae. But just what is Fannie Mae, anyway? And what about her buddy Freddie Mac? The post What Is Fannie Mae? And Freddie Mac, for That Matter? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 1, 2017

Remember: Keep Your Tax Returns If You're Looking to Buy a Home

Tax returns and home buying go hand in hand, with a few possible exceptions. The post Remember: Keep Your Tax Returns If You're Looking to Buy a Home appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 1, 2017

What Is a Good Credit Score? The Number You Need to Buy a Home

No number is more important to prospective home buyers than their credit score. If it's high, getting a mortgage will be a breeze; if it's low, you may struggle. So what is a good credit score, exactly? The post What Is a Good Credit Score? The Number You Need to Buy a Home appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 1, 2017

Why You Might Not Want Your Spouse on Your Mortgage

New data suggest you ought to think twice before saying "I do" to a joint mortgage. The post Why You Might Not Want Your Spouse on Your Mortgage appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 1, 2017

Is a Big Bank or Local Lender Better for a Mortgage?

You know big banks offer mortgages, but so do small, local lenders. And there's more to consider than size alone. Here's how to weigh these two options. The post Is a Big Bank or Local Lender Better for a Mortgage? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 1, 2017

What Is HARP and How Can It Help Homeowners Save Money?

Exactly what is HARP? If you're considering refinancing, you've probably come across the Home Affordable Refinance Program. Here we explain it to you. The post What Is HARP and How Can It Help Homeowners Save Money? appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 1, 2017

What You Need to Know About the Mortgage That Skirts the 20% Down Payment

Some folks are so desperate to avoid PMI they blow their savings on a 20% down payment. But there's a loan that lets you put only 10% down, with no PMI. The post What You Need to Know About the Mortgage That Skirts the 20% Down Payment appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 1, 2017

10 Mortgage Numbers You'll Be Glad You Know

At first glance, mortgages may look like a sea of numbers: Between interest rates and credit scores, it's enough to make any home buyer's head swim. The post 10 Mortgage Numbers You'll Be Glad You Know appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 1, 2017

Mortgage Math Made Simple

Mortgage math doesn't have to be confusing. Here are the numbers and equations you need to know, broken down into simple terms. The post Mortgage Math Made Simple appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.

February 1, 2017

You're Going to Die -- Here Are the Best Ways to Deal With Your Home

No one likes thinking about it, but when you die, you're going to leave stuff behind. And when that's a home, it gets complicated -- even if you make a will. The post You're Going to Die -- Here Are the Best Ways to Deal With Your Home appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.