Don’t Pass on Government Loans
With housing prices marching ever upward, government-backed mortgages are among the most popular forms of financing these days. But misguided buyers and sellers too often turn their noses up at these loans. They mistakenly believe that only borrowers with poor credit...‘Family Feud’ Is Not Just a Game Show
On the game show “Family Feud,” host Steve Harvey tries to make the battle between households fun. But there’s nothing enjoyable when family members are at odds off-screen – especially when it comes to real estate. “The most difficult sales” are those in which...Mortgages ‘Increasingly Out of Reach’ for Hourly, Gig Workers
It’s always been tougher for gig workers and hourly wage employees to qualify for a mortgage. But new research shows that people in all kinds of occupations who don’t receive regular paychecks are having a more difficult go of it. Indeed, the study – by...How to Fix a Stale Listing
If your house has been on the market for more than 60 days, you are not alone. According to Redfin, more than half of all houses with active MLS listings in February (the most recent month available) had been on the market for 60 days – or longer! For whatever reason,...This Week’s Paper: Digital Edition
