If you've recently graduated from college, or will be graduating soon, and plan to become a homeowner, you're in a somewhat unique position. You're about to embark on a great journey, but at the same time, you may also be taking on an awful lot of debt. That said, it is possible to successfully manage a high debt load if you're careful. So how can you make sure you can pay your mortgage, your student loans, and your mortgage expenses all without losing your mind? Here's what you need to know. … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 19, 2016
Housing news was boosted by the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index, which posted its highest readings since July of 2002. In other news, the Federal Reserve's Federal Open Market Committee voted to raise the federal funds rate and Fed Chair Janet Yellen gave a press conference. Mortgage rates rose and weekly jobless claims fell. Home Builder Confidence Highest in 14 Years, Home Construction Lags According to the National Association of Home Builders, builder confidence in … [Read more...]
Buying a New Home? Use This Checklist to Ensure Your Finances Are in Order
Buying a home is a significant expense. It doesn't matter whether you're a first-time buyer or have experience. Unless you have a large pile of cash, you'll need to ensure your finances are in order before closing. In this post we'll explore four financial items you'll want to check off before buying a new home. Figure Out Your Current Monthly Budget First, you're going to want to sort out your monthly budget. If you've never done a budget before, start with something basic. Open up a … [Read more...]
Not so Fast: 3 Reasons Why You Might Want to Avoid Paying Off Your Mortgage Early
The burden of debt, especially when it comes to the high price tag of a home, can be a significant worry to many people. However, what many homeowners may not be aware of is that paying your mortgage off early can actually have a negative impact on your financial health. Whether you've recently come into money or you're working hard to bump up your monthly mortgage payments, here are some reasons you may want to hold off on paying it off too quickly. Creating A Credit History It can certainly be … [Read more...]
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