When Should You Hire a Real Estate Lawyer?
Learn what a real estate attorney does and when it makes sense to hire one to represent you while buying or selling a home. Read More
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USDA Loans: Rates, Terms and Eligibility
USDA loans come with affordable interest rates, no down payment and no mortgage insurance. While you’re required to buy a home in an eligible rural area and meet certain income limits to qualify, this loan program aims to make homebuying more affordable for low-to-moderate-income borrowers. … Read More
Can You Get a HELOC on an Investment Property?
Learn how to get a HELOC on an investment property, what you need to qualify and the pros and cons of a home equity line of credit. Read More
Here’s What It Means to Cosign a Mortgage
Be sure that you understand the pros and cons of cosigning a mortgage before you sign on the dotted line. Read More
What to Know Before You Refinance Commercial Property
If you want to refinance commercial property, it's important to know pros and cons, loan requirements and costs and fees involved before you dive in. Read More
Mortgage Refinance Options: How To Choose the Best Fit for You
If you're wondering what's the best way to refinance your home, here's a look at the different mortgage refinance options that are available to you. Read More
Can You Use a Home Equity Loan to Buy a Car?
If want to buy a new car, one question to answer is how you’ll finance your purchase. Learn the pros and cons of using home equity to buy a car. Read More
VA Appraisal: Requirements, Fees and Timeline
A VA appraisal is required when military borrowers get a VA loan to buy a home. Learn what's involved with these inspections and what to expect. Read More
How To Refinance a Second Mortgage
Here’s what you should know before deciding to refinance a second mortgage. Types of second mortgages include home equity loans, HELOCs and piggyback loans. Read More
What is the 1003 Form? Understanding the Uniform Residential Loan Application (URLA)
The uniform residential loan application gives your lender the information required to determine whether you qualify for the loan you’re applying for. Read More
