A low credit score can make it hard to get a home equity loan. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have options. Editorial disclosure: Our goal is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we receive compensation from our partner lenders, whom we will always identify, all opinions … Read more
Your home base could be your launch pad. Use your house as collateral on a loan or line of credit. Georgia homeowners have an excellent opportunity to unlock extra funds from the equity they’ve built in their home. A home equity loan or line of credit based on your equity can provide you with a … Read more
As more Americans attend four-year colleges and universities, an increasingly large amount are taking on student loan debt to fund their education. Student loan debt can understandably feel like a burden, but it doesn’t have to prevent you from achieving your dreams of homeownership. A USDA loan can be a great tool to help recent … Read more
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Taking out a home equity loan can be a great way to tap into your home’s equity for large expenses like home improvements or debt consolidation. But the closing costs associated with home equity loans can sometimes be a barrier for borrowers. That’s where no closing cost home equity loans come in. In this article. … Read more
Getting older comes with financial challenges, especially if retirement savings fall short. Many seniors find themselves living on fixed incomes that don’t cover rising living costs. Tapping into home equity can provide funds to bridge the gap But should you get a reverse mortgage or home equity loan? I compared the two options in detail … Read more
Starting an Airbnb business can be an exciting and lucrative venture, but it also requires some upfront investment. As the founder of my own small business, I’ve learned firsthand that getting funding can be one of the biggest hurdles for any new entrepreneur. In this article, I’ll walk you through the ins and outs of … Read more
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When applying for a mortgage, a popular option is a loan backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) because of its lenient eligibility requirements. However, FHA loans come with annual loan limits that restrict how much house a borrower can buy. In Ohio, the FHA loan limit in 2024 for a single-family home is $498,257 … Read more
You can refinance a mobile home to save money but need to be prepared to jump through some hoops before you close. Follow the five steps below to navigate the path to the best mobile home refinance whether you own a mobile home, manufactured home or a modular home. Owning a mobile home can be … Read more