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• Videos
• February 11, 2025

The Power of Cash: How to Save Money and Win Bidding Wars

If you’re buying a home in a competitive housing market, you may want to consider making a cash offer.

• Videos
• February 6, 2025

4 Ways to Save on Your Big Move

Here are four tips on how you can save on movers.

• Videos
• February 4, 2025

Buying a Home? Pay Attention to Your Debt-to-Income Ratio

One of the most important things that your loan officer will look at is your debt-to-income ratio. This helps them decide how large of a loan you may be eligible to receive.

• Inclusive Lending
• February 3, 2025

Barriers to Homeownership: Why Black Homeownership Rates Remain Low

Less than half of Black Americans are homeowners. These are some of the barriers they face.

• Videos
• January 30, 2025

Figuring Out How Much Home You Can Afford

When you begin your homebuying journey, it’s important to figure out just how much home you can afford.

• Housing News
• January 29, 2025

The Federal Reserve Kept Interest Rates Steady. What Does That Mean for Housing?

The Federal Reserve didn't lower or raise interest rates. What does that mean for mortgage rates?

• Videos
• January 28, 2025

Loan-to-Value Ratios Explained

If you’re applying for a mortgage or hoping to refinance your existing loan, you’re probably going to hear the term loan-to-value ratio.

• Housing News
• January 24, 2025

Existing Home Sales Fell in 2024, But More Buyers Are Returning to the Market

Buyers purchased few existing homes in 2024. However, the housing market is beginning to perk back up.  

• Housing News
• January 23, 2025

Homebuyers Rejoice: Mortgage Rates Fall Below 7%

After a brief surge, mortgage rates are back below 7%.

• Videos
• January 21, 2025

Home Equity Loan or Mortgage Refinance? What Homeowners Should Consider

Homeowners who want to take out a loan may want to consider both home equity loans as well as refinancing their existing mortgages.