What’s needed for a pre-approval application?
What’s needed for a pre-approval application? When you want to make an offer on a home, a pre-approval letter backed by a lender like Guild [...]
Can temporary buydowns help you afford a home?
Can temporary buydowns help you afford a home? If you’re looking to buy a home but current mortgage rates are higher than you hoped, or [...]
Is it still a good time to buy a house?
Is it still a good time to buy a house? Whether it's a good time to buy a house depends on your circumstances and financial [...]
Should you take a second look at that fixer-upper?
Should you take a second look at that fixer-upper? Buying a fixer-upper home that needs repairs could make homeownership more affordable, and there’s even renovation [...]
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 [...]
New build or existing home? Weighing the pros and cons
New build or existing home? Weighing the pros and cons Choosing between buying a new construction home and an existing home can depend on what [...]
Mortgage par rate explained: how does it work?
Mortgage par rate explained: how does it work? A mortgage par rate, or lender par rate, is the standard interest rate a lender offers without [...]
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. [...]