A late payment on a credit bill or other debt such as a mortgage can have a significant impact on your credit score. And the higher your credit score is to begin with, the more it can fall after a late payment.
Paying your bills on time is t...
The homebuying market continues to heat up — and that means there could be some fierce competition out there. While that may seem intimidating, it doesn’t mean your dream home is out of reach.
There are quite a few things you can do to s...
So a babe is on the way? Congrats! Along with the chaos of, well, everything that is to come, your finances are about to experience an upheaval, as well. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, it will cost upwards of $245,000 to...
Want to brighten up a room but don’t have the time to paint or the budget to add a window?
Consider the following easy fixes:
Hang a mirror. Hang a mirror (or lean a large one against a wall) to toss light around your room and open it...
In fact, on average, sellers receive $2 in increased sale price for every $1 they put into staging a home. As the infographic below shows, the following five golden rules of home staging will help you show off its best assets:
Do you know how much of a down payment is necessary to purchase a home? Many folks have misconceptions about a down payment. With incorrect information, the buying process can quickly become an expensive experience.
The down payment is a...
For $600 or so a year, plus a service fee of around $75 every time you ask for repair, a home warranty can be an inexpensive way to have peace of mind as a new homeowner.
Home warranties cover breakdowns in a home, from HVAC systems to a...
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to business shutdowns, furloughs and layoffs across the United States.
Many homeowners are unable to afford their mortgages and have requested forbearance to reduce or delay their payments. The new reality has...
