1981 Was The Scariest Halloween To Buy a House. 54 Halloweens Ranked
Think today's market is tough? On Halloween 1981, mortgage rates hit 18% and the typical house payment ate up 73% of a family's paycheck.
October 23, 2024 14 min read
Homebuyers in the 1980s Didn’t Have It as Good as We Thought
Despite low nominal prices and payments, 1980s homebuyers had it about as tough as today's buyer. Home payments eat up over half of median incomes in both eras.
October 21, 2024 3 min read
FHA Loan Affordability: How Much House Do You Qualify For?
How much home you qualify for with an FHA loan depends on many factors but we made some assumptions to give you a ballpark figure based on your income. Check your potential home price.
December 18, 2024 9 min read
USDA Construction Loans: A Comprehensive Guide for 2025
This comprehensive guide to USDA construction loans will go over everything you need to know about financing your rural home build in 2025, including precisely how a USDA one-time construction loan works, the eligibility requirements you need to meet, and a few alternative mortgage options you may have available.
October 10, 2024 18 min read
Top 100 Cities For Black Homebuyers
Mortgage denial rates for Black homebuyers is double that of white buyers. But 100 cities are progressing toward more equality for Black buyers.
October 10, 2024 7 min read
The Huge Benefits of a USDA Loan, Plus Some Drawbacks
The USDA loan is the only major zero-down mortgage available to non-military homebuyers. While advantageous in lots of ways, they also come with disadvantages.
October 5, 2024 12 min read
FHA Loan Closing Costs: How Much, Who Pays & What to Expect
An FHA loan can allow you to purchase a home with lower credit and less...
October 2, 2024 10 min read
Will The Home Pass The FHA Appraisal? What To Look For
You've been pre-approved by an FHA lender. Your next job is to find a home that will pass the FHA loan appraisal with flying colors. What to look for before making an offer.
September 28, 2024 13 min read
