Saving up the down payment for a home can be difficult and can take a long time. If you are struggling to save up enough for a house down payment, you may want to consider an 80/20 loan which can help get you into a home, even if you don’t have enough for a 20 […]
Last week we looked at what it costs to build a home, this week we thought we would look at some of the expenses you can expect when purchasing an existing home. If you are in the market for a new home, you may be wondering, how much house can I actually afford? This question is more […]
Owning a home can be very rewarding, but it can also come with some unexpected and very expensive surprises. If you are unprepared for these types of expenses, you could find yourself taking out a home equity loan or running up credit card debt to cover surprise expenses. Most financial experts recommend keeping three to […]
Owning a home is something that most people aspire to at some point in their lives. While homeownership offers a ton of benefits, everything from lowering your taxes to building equity, it’s important to make sure you are ready before you sign on the dotted line. Buying a home before you are ready financially can […]