Refinancing your home can be a great way to reduce monthly mortgage payments or interest rates – or even pay off your debt faster. And while it is a useful tool in budgeting for millions of homeowners, a home refinance may not necessarily be useful in every situation – in fact, there are some situations where refinancing can cost you a great deal of money. So when should you skip the refinance and simply keep with the original plan? Here's what you need to know. If You've Already … [Read more...]
How to Lower Your Mortgage Interest Rate
Mortgage interest rates are at historical lows right now, but they're expected to start rising soon. That's why savvy buyers are taking steps to ensure they get the best possible interest rates on the market and then lock those rates in for the long term. But even if interest rates are already low, that doesn't mean you can't reduce them further. So how can you save even more money on your monthly interest payments? Here's what you need to know. Buy Down Your Rate With Interest Points Interest … [Read more...]
The HARP Refinance Program Has Been Extended into 2016: Here’s How You Can Take Advantage
With the Home Affordable Refinancing Program recently being extended until the last day of December, 2016, many homeowners who have found their assets in a challenging situation have been given a second chance to apply and receive an affordable mortgage. By taking advantage of the HARP program, eligible borrowers can refinance to the current mortgage rates on their homes while avoiding paying for private mortgage insurance or putting down the principal. A Quick Primer On The HARP Refinancing … [Read more...]
You Ask, We Answer: 5 Ways That You Can Proactively Build and Improve Your Credit Score
If you're planning to buy a house or take out a business loan in the near future, you'll want to work hard to boost your credit score well ahead of time in order to improve your likelihood of getting the loan you need. A great credit score can also make you more desirable to employers and help you to negotiate lower car insurance rates. But what can you do in order to build your credit score over time? What are the best strategies for boosting that score as high as possible? Here's what you need … [Read more...]
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