Estimated reading time: 1 minute Mortgage insurance protects the investor if the borrower defaults on the loan. It lowers the investor’s risk when funding a home…
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Estimated reading time: 1 minute The Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA), known as Fannie Mae, is a government-sponsored enterprise set up to make mortgages available to…
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes If you’re in the market for a mortgage, you’ve probably come across lenders that offer Pre-Approvals and Verified Approvals. And this may have…
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Purchasing a home is one of the most meaningful financial decisions you can make. As you do, a key factor to consider is how much of a mortgage…
Your home is a valuable asset, and one that you can tap into in times of need. A home equity loan can be a way to cover expenses like home improvements, and even things like college…
The beginning of the year marks the start of tax season and the arrival of a variety of year-end financial documents into your email inbox or mailbox. It can be a lot to sift through, so…
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes If you’re wondering how to add value to your home, head outside. That’s according to Zonda Media’s 2023 Cost vs. Value (CVV) report, where…
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes If you’ve been watching your homeowners insurance policy, you may have noticed premiums are up. Claims related to natural disasters and…