6 obstacles to homeownership—and how to overcome them
6 obstacles to homeownership—and how to overcome them Americans still want to buy a house, but over three-fourths say they’ve encountered obstacles.* A higher cost [...]
Should you put your home in a trust?
Should you put your home in a trust? Why put your home in a trust? Placing your home in a trust can make things easier [...]
How to understand your credit score: 5 categories
How to understand your credit score: 5 categories A credit score is based on five main factors: payment history, credit utilization, length of credit history, [...]
What are the most affordable states to buy a house?
What are the most affordable states to buy a house? With higher costs of living, influenced by inflation, housing shortages and mortgage rates, many homebuyers [...]
A go-to winter home maintenance checklist for homeowners
A go-to winter home maintenance checklist for homeowners What are the steps to winterize a house? Your home maintenance schedule can depend a lot on [...]
How to save for a down payment and an emergency fund
How to save for a down payment and an emergency fund Saving for a down payment and an emergency fund are both important financial goals. [...]
How home insurance rates affect your mortgage payment
How home insurance rates affect your mortgage payment Higher home insurance rates can contribute to higher mortgage payments. When you take out a [...]
How to buy a home with little or no down payment
How to buy a home with little or no down payment Buying a home with no down payment may sound too good to [...]
What funds can be used for a down payment?
What funds can be used for a down payment? Buying a home is a huge milestone but saving for a down payment – that [...]
How is a mortgage different from other types of loans?
How is a mortgage different from other types of loans? Whether you're planning to buy a home, finance a new car, or need some [...]