Whether you give a hoot about the environment or not, it could pay to think about energy efficiency when shopping for a home. Newer houses certified by Energy Star — the federal government’s energy-efficiency rating program — use an average of 20%…
Maximizing a home down payment can make sense: The bigger the down payment, the lower the monthly mortgage bill and the better the chance of building equity more quickly. But putting too much down could leave you without enough cash…
A perfect home can be hard to find these days, especially if you’re a first-time home buyer on a budget. That could be why nearly 60% of home shoppers age 18-34, many of whom may be buying for the first…
Are you a first-time homebuyer? You may be curious when, where, and how to start the home buying process. Many first-time homebuyers don’t know that speaking with a lender is one of the first steps you should take! If you…
