by lizlaurenb | Apr 4, 2024 | Home Mortgages
You’re about to start on an exciting journey toward homeownership. But before you dive headfirst into the world of real estate financing, there’s an important decision you’ll need to make which is choosing the right mortgage term. The mortgage term...
by lizlaurenb | Apr 3, 2024 | Home Mortgage
What exactly is an interest-only mortgage? Simply put, it’s a type of home loan where you pay only the interest for a certain period, typically the first five to ten years. After this initial period, you begin paying both the principal and interest, resulting in...
by lizlaurenb | Apr 2, 2024 | Mortgage
For many seniors, home equity represents a substantial portion of their wealth. However, accessing this equity while maintaining homeownership can be challenging. This is where Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), commonly known as a reverse mortgage, emerges as a...
by lizlaurenb | Apr 1, 2024 | Financial Reports
As expected from the prior inflation reports with CPI and PPI, the PCE index had also shown the same corollary among its data points, reporting a higher than expected increase for the month of February across all products. In addition, the Chicago PMI had shown a...
by lizlaurenb | Mar 29, 2024 | Mortgage Tips
In the realm of personal finance, the term “second mortgage” often emerges as a solution for homeowners seeking additional funds. But what exactly are second mortgages, and how do they work? Join us as we embark on a journey to unravel the basics of second...