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Budgeting 101: How to Plan Your Budget Around Your Monthly Mortgage Payments

July 6, 2017 by Rilian Ball

If you've decided to invest in a home, you might be wondering how to make all of the expenses work. From the groceries to your mode of transportation, all of those little things can quickly add up. Fortunately, it's easy enough to ensure you have the money each month by carefully calculating your expenses and ensuring there's a little wiggle room in case of leaner times. Here are the details on how to begin with your mortgage budgeting plan. Calculate Your Monthly Payment Whether you've just … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Payments

Family Matters: The Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home to a Family Member

July 5, 2017 by Rilian Ball

It can be a stressful experience to put your home on the market and wait for offers in the hope that you've priced it right. However, for those who are considering selling to family members, the sale of a home can be fraught with just as much stress before and after sealing the deal. If you're wondering if it's a good idea to sell to a family member, here are some things to consider beforehand. Providing A Discount Whether you're selling to a sibling or a child, you may be considering offering … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Seller Tips Tagged With: Home Seller Tips, Real Estate Tips, Selling a Home

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 3, 2017

July 3, 2017 by Rilian Ball

Last week's economic news included Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, pending home sales and inflation. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were released along with a reading on consumer sentiment. Case-Shiller and pending home sales readings suggested that recent rapid growth in home prices and home sales may be easing. High demand for homes coupled with low inventories of homes for sale has created an artificially high rate of home price growth and competition among buyers … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Mortgage Rates

A Quick Look at Reverse Mortgages: The Golden Ticket to Enjoying Your Golden Years

June 30, 2017 by Rilian Ball

With a high volume of millennials set to enter the real estate market this year, it may seem like all the available options out there were created to snag new home buyers. However, there are products available on the market that cater to those who are in their golden years too. If you're older than 62 and are currently weighing the options with your mortgage, here are the basics on reverse mortgages and why they might positively benefit you. The Scoop On Reverse Mortgages It may seem like this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Reverse Mortgages

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