Mortgage

Ginnie Mae warns against repeated refinancing

By Mike Wheatley | May 8, 2019
Although many lenders continue to advocate the apparent benefits of refinancing on a mortgage, Ginnie Mae has come out with advice to the contrary, suggesting that repeated refinances could actually be harmful to many borrowers and investors. Ginnie Mae, which is a government-backed entity similar to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac with a focus on […]
Ask Brian Real Estate

Ask Brian: What Financing Options Make Sense for Our Last Home?

By Brian Kline | January 22, 2019
Ask Brian is a weekly column by Real Estate Expert Brian Kline. If you have questions on real estate investing, DIY, home buying/selling, or other housing inquiries please email your questions to [email protected]. Question from Cathy of Medford, OR: Hi Brian, My husband and I plan to retire in about 4 years. Our last child […]
Mortgage, US Real Estate

Buyers hesitate on mortgages as interest rates spike

By Mike Wheatley | April 28, 2018
With interest rates creeping upwards last week, some home shoppers are showing signs of concern and holding off from making a purchase.
Real Estate Resource

First-Time Homebuyers Signs You Should Refinance Your Home

By Lizzie Weakley | March 27, 2018
You have a lot to consider before you decide to refinance your mortgage. There may be fees that are associated with the refinancing that can cancel out the savings benefits.
Residential, US Real Estate

Refinancing Can Put More Money In Your Pocket

By Brian Kline | January 9, 2018
Many people have taken advantage of refinancing during this long stretch of low mortgage rates. An interest rate that lowers your monthly payment and how much you ultimately pay for your home is a good reason to refinance and there are several other reasons you should consider
Featured News, Mortgage, Real Estate, US Real Estate

Parents are refinancing their homes to help their kids win 'bidding wars'

By Mike Wheatley | October 17, 2017
With bidding wars becoming increasingly prevalent in a housing market that’s plagued by low inventories, some parents and their adult children are teaming up to help them better compete.
DIY-Home Improvement, US Real Estate

Wise and Not So Wise Refinancing Choices

By Brian Kline | June 19, 2017
With homes steadily and rapidly appreciating for several years, refinancing is alive, well, and regularly making news. A blast form the past - cash-out refinancing peaked in 2006, when homeowners cashed out $320.5 billion
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