How Mortgage Debt Impacts Your Credit (Use It To Figure Out How Much You Can Afford)

September 26, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

You may not exactly love paying your mortgage every month, but chances are you appreciate the value of home ownership — particularly if after spending time as a renter (and worrying about annual rent...

Mortgage, HerMoney

Mortgages 101: Getting Started on The Path to Homeownership

June 16, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

When you embark on the search for a new home, you may think you know the steps to take: Read the listings, visit some open houses, sign on with a Realtor, make an offer. In fact, there’s a biggie...

Financial Education, Mortgage, Money Management, HerMoney

What to Consider Financially As A First-Time Homebuyer

June 9, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

So, you’re ready to buy your first home. Congratulations! For many people, taking this step is one of the biggest financial moves they will make in their entire lives. Because of that — and because...

Financial Education, Mortgage, Money Management, HerMoney

Dispelling Common Mortgage Misperceptions

April 7, 2023 | by Members Choice Credit Union

Taking out a mortgage is a substantial financial commitment and is most likely the single largest investment people will make during a lifetime. While exciting, home-buying can be overwhelming. It’s...

Financial Education, Mortgage

The Pathway to Mortgage Pre-Approval

June 20, 2019 | by SavvyMoney

How to get pre-approved for a mortgage

One key to snagging the house of your dreams is to be pre-approved for a mortgage. When sellers see a pre-approval note, they know there’s less hassle...

Financial Education, Mortgage
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