Buying a House

Many people see owning their own home as a key financial goal. But if you have college debt, which should you do first: pay off student loans or buy... Read more

At 26 years old and with $30,000 in student loan debt, Jasmine Townsel thought homeownership was out of reach — until she heard about the Maryland... Read more

We’ve all heard the conventional wisdom that you should put 20% down when you buy a home. But it’s possible, and sometimes smart, to apply for a... Read more

Between finding the right house, getting it inspected, making an offer and saving up for a down payment, it’s easy for details like closing costs... Read more

Maybe you’ve wanted to buy an investment property for a while, but your budget — no thanks to student loan debt — has limited your options. If... Read more

Tiny house financing could allow you to borrow what you need to move into the humble abode of your dreams. Here are five top lenders you should... Read more

It’s time to settle the debate on millennials once and for all. Where one person might call millennials entitled, another might say they were dealt... Read more

At this point, I’ve seen so many episodes of “House Hunters” and “Fixer Upper” that I should know what I’m doing when it comes to buying... Read more

Shortly after my family and I moved into our first home, I started getting official-looking letters in the mail with phrases such as “protect your... Read more

Sometimes decisions are made for you, even big decisions like choosing a place to live. You move to the city where you can find work or spend time... Read more

Home is where the heart is — but it’s also where you spend most of your money. Where you live has a huge impact on your personal finances. If you... Read more

Even if you know how much house you can afford, you still have to figure out the best way to save for it. Some homebuyers forget this step. That’s... Read more