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6 Questions to Ask Before Building Your First Home

From deciding how much you should spend on a house to picking the right builder, building a house takes a lot of decisions. 

Rent to Own...a Home?

You know you need to work on your credit and savings before you can buy a home. But if you want to start the home-buying process while you’re doing that, you can consider a lease-to-own home. Now, we’re not saying it’s a cure-all, but it’s definitely an option.

What is a Reserve Study and What Can I Do About It?

You know all about reserve funds, but what about the reserve study? 

Using Wedding Gifts Toward a Down Payment for Your First Home

Help! My Roommate Moved Out and I Can't Keep Up with My Mortgage Payments!

Even if she gave you plenty of notice, it can still be tough finding another roommate. Which is a problem. Because you really need that extra rent to keep up with your mortgage. So do you have options or is foreclosure in your future? 

5 Questions to Ask Before Making a Lowball Offer on a House

You don’t want your offer to be laughed out of the race, but you also don’t want to pay a penny more than you have to. So what should you know when it comes to making an offer below asking?

Does Your HOA Have a Reserve Fund?

Having a homeowners association (HOA) can give you peace of mind when it comes to major repairs. But does your HOA have a plan for how to pay for those repairs? If not, you might be in for an unpleasant surprise when it’s time to replace the roof or repair the elevator.

Not an Empty Nest for Long: When the Kids Move Out and Your Parents Move In

Your parents have given you everything. So when they asked to move in with you, it seemed like a no-brainer. Now how do you get your home ready for them?

How To: Get a Mortgage When You Work Part-Time

Can you do it? The answer is yes! But be prepared: your lender is going to have a couple of additional questions.

5 Questions to Ask Before Getting Cash-out Refinancing

There’s always going to be a big expense in your life, from childcare to renovations. So the question is, can you use your home’s equity to pay for it?