Learning the Lingo: Escrow, EMD, Other Closing Terms Translated!
The moment has finally, truly, amazingly arrived: You’re closing on a home! And if you’re about to sign on the line that is dotted,...
Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act Extended
How the Law Helps Short-Sellers The 113th Congress may be considered a do-nothing Congress, but they did manage to take care of some business...
Title problems can snag your closing
You put your house on the market and you find a buyer right away who offered you not only your asking price but also...
Here’s how much the FHA premium cut will actually save borrowers
Recently, the Obama Administration announced, with much fanfare, that it was directing the Federal Housing Administration to reduce annual mortgage insurance premiums by 50 basis points, from 1.35%...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Homebuying
How to navigate a tricky housing market. Competition can be fierce among those looking to purchase new digs, but there are ways to persuade...
Which home remodeling projects are worth your money?
Even if you’re not planning to sell your home anytime soon, it’s an inevitable question when you consider remodeling: How much will this improvement...