Many homeowners focus on their overall home buying budget without paying much specific attention to their mortgage rate. This is unwise, however, since even a slightly lower mortgage rate can make your monthly mortgage payment more affordable and add up to significant long-term savings. Here are three tips for getting a better mortgage rate:
Consider Paying for Points
Your mortgage company may offer a program that allows you to pay for a point reduction. Read More»
If you have recently decided to buy a house at a low price that needs some work, provide the work it needs, and then sell it at a higher price, it is important to note that one popular option for financing your first attempt at flipping a house is a hard money loan. Since the terms of a hard money loan require significant collateral and come from a private lender instead of the bank or credit union associated with many other types of loans, the terms can vary tremendously from one transaction to the next. Read More»
If you have gold that you no longer want and would like to sell for quick cash, there are a few things you need to keep in mind before you start looking for a scrap gold buyer.
You may need an appraisal for jewelry
If you are selling old jewelry that is only gold, it is likely to only have value because of its gold content. However, if there are any gems in the jewelry, especially rings and necklaces, you should have an appraisal done. Read More»
