Refinancing can be a great way to save money and reduce your monthly payment — especially with interest rates as low as they’ve been recently. But what does that process actually look like? In most cases, refinancing is similar to…
Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to spend some time outdoors. You could have some friends or family over, dine out on the patio or simply take in an evening under the stars and connect with nature. But…
If you have a mortgage (or are in the process of getting one), then you’ve probably heard the term “amortization” before. Put simply, amortization is the act of spreading your loan balance out into equal payments over a set period.…
When you buy a home, you tend to encounter a lot of financial jargon. Whether you’re buying your first home, a move-up space or an investment property, there are countless new phrases that you might not recognize throughout your journey.…
Are you looking to add some value to your home but don’t have a big budget? Or do you want to improve its aesthetic without breaking the bank? Making improvements to your home doesn’t have to come with a massive…
The mortgage process can often be a confusing one — whether you’ve bought a home before or not. There’s a lot of prep work and moving parts, and most of the terminology is unfamiliar to the average consumer. Fortunately, that…
Paying off your mortgage might seem like a dream come true: no more payments, no more interest and owning your house in full. Who wouldn’t want all of that? While those are undoubtedly big perks, paying off your loan can…
When you’re applying for a mortgage, you know that your credit score plays a big role in your approval — and it can affect your interest rate too. But do you know how your score is calculated? The FICO Score is often…
The kitchen is the heart of a home. It’s where you cook family meals, bake birthday cakes and enjoy countless hours spending quality time with your loved ones. So, whether you’re buying a new house this year or just looking…
Moving into a new place is exciting, but it can also be a lot of work. You’ll want to clean the space (and sometimes repaint or make other small renovations). Plus, there’s the time it takes to get used to…
