Housing in California is (for the most part) expensive, at least compared to the rest of the United States.
According to World Population Review , California is the #2 most-expensive state, with average home prices at $505,000. This is the…
If you have bought or sold a home in the past two years; if you payed any attention to the local and national real estate markets, you know that home prices are rising. To help people purchase safe, comfortable, quality housing while…
This article will help you understand the basic tax implications of giving a downpayment gift.
For many people, the downpayment is a significant barrier to homeownership. For most mortgages, you need roughly 5% to 10% of the purchase price to secure the loan.…
Recently, we wrote an article about how to build equity in your home . We discussed topics like making larger mortgage payments, funneling extra income (bonuses, gift cash, etc) into the mortgage, and even waiting for time to simply increase the value…
For some borrowers, the lack of a downpayment is a significant challenge. For others, their income might keep them from being able to purchase a top-quality home in the neighborhood they prefer.
For some, their credit holds up the mortgage…
Owning your own personal vacation home is a wonderful way to give yourself an exclusive sanctuary. No reservations required; you can simply drive (or fly) to your property and enjoy a nice weekend getaway. Or, with today's mobile technology, even a month-long…
2020 mortgage limits reflect a consistent trend in the real estate industry: a continual, steady increase in home pricing. If you plan on purchasing a home in 2020, it helps to know these limits and understand why they are set at a…
As a first-time homebuyer, you have a lot to consider.
There are new terms, new information, and important concepts to learn. In many cases, the confusion is compounded by “advice” from friends, family, real estate agents, lenders, and more; advice…
Want to better understand mortgages? Then you need to understand the essential terms. Using this mortgage glossary, you’ll have a better understanding of real estate and the mortgage industry.
This is Part 2 in our mortgage glossary series. Read Mortgage Glossary…
Mortgages can be complicated, with lots of confusing terms and acronyms that seem like they come from another language.
But you don’t need to be a real estate agent or a lending professional to speak the language of mortgages. With…
In 1934, the Federal government passed the National Housing Act as part of the “New Deal,” which was President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s massive plan to provide relief from the Great Depression, relief that would come, it was hoped, through government-funded projects and…