home buying

How Much Money Do You Need in Savings When Applying for a Mortgage?

You've saved up the down payment and closing costs for a new house. But do you have enough cash reserves to get the green light from your lender?

You might think that many of life's biggest decisions come down to emotion. But they really come down to money.

When searching for the perfect new home, make sure the location is perfect, too.

A mortgage is one of the biggest financial moves you'll ever make. It pays to be picky with your lender.

Ready to take the plunge on your dream home? Before you hit the housing market, do a little financial fine-tuning of your own.

Finding the perfect home is all about location, location, location. Here's how you can get the scoop on your potential new neighborhood.

If that new house puts the squeeze on your savings, your dream home can quickly become a nightmare. Here's how to tell if it's really too much.

You're ready to be a homeowner — but if you make these missteps with your money, you can kiss your mortgage application goodbye.

If you're buying or selling a home, you'll undoubtedly have questions. Your agent has probably heard them all.

Buying a new home is exciting, but before you sign your name on the dotted line, you need to ask — and answer — a few key questions about your loan.

Searching for your dream home? Make sure to ask these key questions as you browse open houses.

Millennials are late to the homebuying game, but they're bringing some valuable lessons we all can learn from.

If you have enough cash to buy a house, that's great! It still doesn't mean it's always the smartest financial move.

Today we found articles on ways to save on your first home, tips for building your personal brand, and when you should not DIY.

You've found the home you've always dreamed of. Make sure you're not walking into a nightmare, instead.

In a hot housing market, you want every trick up your sleeve to score your dream home. A heartfelt letter to the seller may be the key.

You might be dreaming of taking a dip, but owning a home with a pool raises plenty of pricey questions.

Buying a home is serious business. Don't get swayed by these gimmicky sales tactics.

Tax Day will be here before you know it. Get your tax prep done now, and you can kick back and relax come April.

First time homebuyers can be left scrambling to cover these last-minute costs. Don't get blindsided on your way to your new home!