How Much Income You Need to Buy a $200k, $300k, and $400k House
Not sure what home you qualify for? We break down how much income you might need to afford a home based on existing debts, rate, and more.
April 29, 2024 12 MIN
What Is the Down Payment on a $400k House?
The median US home price has spent the past few years hovering right above $400,000, leading many prospective buyers to wonder precisely what it takes to get into such a property.
April 27, 2024 10 MIN
10 Most Affordable Housing Markets in Texas
Much of Texas is no longer affordable. That’s why we wanted to dig into data to find the most affordable housing markets in The Lone Star State.
April 26, 2024 5 MIN
‘Dating the Rate’ Has Turned Into a Shotgun Wedding
Homeowners hoped 2024 would help them break up with their mortgage rate, but a recent report shows they should start thinking about a long-term relationship.
April 26, 2024 6 MIN
Here's How Bad 2023 Was For The Top 20 Mortgage Lenders
2023 wasn't kind to mortgage lenders. But some fared surprisingly well, leveraging opportunities the market presented.
April 25, 2024 8 MIN
I'm Afraid To Talk To a Lender. What Should I Do?
In today's world where everything is done online, people still need one-on-one advice via phone. How to initiate a successful call with a mortgage lender.
April 24, 2024 4 MIN
Can You Raise Your Credit Score by 100 Points Overnight?
With some hard work, your credit score can skyrocket 100 points or more. Here's what it might take.
April 24, 2024 7 MIN
Get Sucked into a Bidding War or Walk Away? Dos and Don’ts for Homebuyers
As a first-time buyer with limited means, do you engage in a bidding war or walk? You don’t want to overpay or keep getting outbid. Next steps.
April 23, 2024 5 MIN
