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Mortgages and loans to pay for home renovations
Bankrate via AOL· 1 day ago...Additional considerations: Repairs or renovations cannot exceed 75% of appraised value of home after upgrades made FHA 203(k) When to use: For many...
Are second mortgages about to make a comeback? Freddie Mac has a new proposal
Moneywise via Yahoo Finance· 18 hours agoIt’s often referred to as a second mortgage because it is secured by the home, just like the primary...
Rachel Cruze: Don’t Get Caught in the HELOC Trap — Here’s What To Do Instead
GOBankingRates via Yahoo Finance· 5 days agoWith the COVID-19 pandemic, recession worries and sky-high inflation somewhat waning, many Americans...
How to find a $80,000 personal loan
Bankrate via AOL· 6 days agoBut it doesn’t come without risk — your home is on the line and you must have significant equity in your home in order ...
Pros and cons of a cash-out refinance
Bankrate via AOL· 2 days agoCalculate your equity: Start by calculating the equity in your home. This will help you understand how much you could potentially cash ...
When to Treat Your 401(k) as a Bank. And When to Keep It Locked Up.
The Wall Street Journal· 4 days agoThe textbook advice when it comes to borrowing money from your 401(k) is don’t do it. Higher...
Will home equity levels increase again this spring? What experts say
CBS News· 3 days agoHome equity levels have been on the upswing for quite a while. In fact, mortgaged homeowners have...
Mortgage rates today, May 22, 2024: Don't hold out for lower rates
Yahoo Personal Finance· 3 days agoThese are today's mortgage rates. The 30-year mortgage rate is still over 7%. Rates shouldn't fall...
A Baby Boomer's Guide to Credit Scores | Bankrate
Bankrate.com· 2 days agoBaby boomers have a long credit history behind them. With an average score of 742, many boomers who have spent a lifetime saving and paying off debt are ...
Why Buying a Tiny Home Is Perfect for My Tiny Budget
CNET· 14 hours agoA tiny home fits a tiny budget. Aside from being better for my finances, a tiny house would be more in step with my minimalist lifestyle and would allow...