Money Management
Tax Proration: How to Pay Property Taxes Like a Pro
Tax season is around the corner. If you’ve become a homeowner in the past year, that means you could qualify for homeowner-related write-offs like mortgage interest and discount points. It also means […]
The Best Ways to Build Good Credit
When it comes to building good credit, everyone wants to see overnight results—and who can blame them? The ability to cross something off a checklist can be gratifying. But if you approach […]
What is Mortgage Insurance? Your Need-to-Know Guide
What is mortgage insurance? In a nutshell, mortgage insurance is insurance that protects your lender if you fail to make payments on your loan. But just how much you’ll have to pay, […]
Land, Lumber & Labor: How the One-Time Close Construction Loan Does It All
Depending on market conditions, you may have trouble finding a home that checks all of your boxes. Sometimes there aren’t enough homes available in your area, sometimes there’s nothing in your budget, […]
DIY Home Renovations on a Budget
DIY home renovations can be a lot to take on. They don’t have to be a lot for your budget, though. As you start making your DIY budget, consider our top five […]
Five Steps to Financial Fitness: Your Financial Planning Tips For 2023
According to WalletHub, nearly one-third of Americans made finance-related resolutions in the new year. That’s a lot of people. If you’re one of them, congratulations! And you’ve come to the right blog […]
Should I Use My Tax Refund as a Down Payment?
Put that extra cash toward your future. Tax return season is upon us. As checks come in the mail, renters have the chance to put those extra earnings toward something more than […]
3 Tips to Help You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early
When most people think of mortgage terms, they think of the very common 30-year commitment, which can feel like a lifetime. With a term like that, a mortgage is one of the […]
What Are Lenders Looking for on My Credit Report?
An inside look at credit report findings that can make or break your mortgage application. When you apply for a mortgage, your lender will look at your entire financial picture to determine […]
How to Start Renting Out a Room in Your Primary Residence
Renting out a room in your primary residence might seem like an easy way to bring in some extra cash, but there are a lot of personal and legal factors to weigh […]
5 Ways to Make Homeownership Affordable for You
Find out just how affordable homeownership can be with these five tips. Tis the season of savings—or so they say. While it’s true that some of the best retail deals of the […]
15 Tips for Frugal Living: Kick Spending Habits to the Curb
Embrace frugal living and save money for a down payment with these simple tips. Are you addicted to the finer things? Love to splurge on little indulgences throughout the week? While these […]