The Difference Between an Emergency Fund and a Rainy Day Fund
Occasionally, you might find yourself in need of money due to unforeseen circumstances. That's why it's important to have money set aside to help pay for these unplanned costs and expenses. You've probably heard [...]
Qualified Mortgage vs. Non-Qualified Mortgage
A Qualified Mortgage or QM Mortgage is one that is backed by the government such as Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA or VA. These mortgages conform to government guidelines and require income verification, higher [...]
Mortgage News Weekly 12/6/21
In this Issue… A Look Into the Markets Mortgage Market Guide Candlestick Chart Economic Calendar for the Week of December 6 – December 10 A Look Into the Markets This past week, we watched [...]
Homeowners, Are These 8 Essential Tools in Your Toolbox?
Every homeowner should have the necessary items to handle common problems around the house—that includes leaky faucets, drywall that needs patching, and heavy frames that need hanging. If you don't have a well-stocked toolbox, [...]
Has the Housing Market Peaked? That May Depend on Where You Live
After more than a year of staggering increases in home prices, the party appears to be coming to an end. The growth in prices, which rose more than 30% this year in some of [...]
Mortgage News Weekly 11/29/21
In this Issue… A Look Into the Markets Mortgage Market Guide Candlestick Chart Economic Calendar for the Week of November 29 – December 3 A Look Into the Markets This past week, we watched [...]