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Can I Qualify For A Mortgage Without W-2 Income?

Can I Qualify For A Mortgage Without W-2 Income?

It’s more common these days to have non-traditional income that doesn’t fall into the W-2 category. Many people work in what is referred to as the “gig economy,” where income might come from a variety of freelance sources. Other t

May 08, 2019 |

What is Mortgage Amortization?

What is Mortgage Amortization?

If you have a fixed-rate home mortgage, you pay the exact same amount each month. But did you know that the amount of principal you pay toward the balance of your loan changes from month to month? This is called amortization and it is a method of distribu

May 08, 2019 | Credit Interest Rates

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 6th, 2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 6th, 2019

Last week’s economic news brought good news to U.S. consumers on several fronts. Mortgage rates fell and national unemployment fell to its lowest rate in 50 years. Inflation slowed and the Federal Reserve held its target federal funds rate steady.

May 07, 2019 |

States With The Best Opportunities To Acquire Investment Property

States With The Best Opportunities To Acquire Investment Property

Real estate investors sometimes get stuck in a rut. They repeat the same type of investment that they did before. This is not necessarily a bad thing because a successful experience is worth repeating. However, it is also a good idea to occasionally take

May 04, 2019 |

FOMC Statement: No Changes to Key Fed Rate

FOMC Statement: No Changes to Key Fed Rate

The meeting of the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee ended Wednesday with the Committee’s customary post-meeting statement recapping monetary policy matters considered by the Committee. Members voted not to change the current ta

May 03, 2019 |

What To Look For In A Real Estate Agent

What To Look For In A Real Estate Agent

You have lots of choices when it comes to choosing a real estate agent. Aside from deciding if you’d prefer to work with a man or woman, and what age range you’d like them to be, here are some tips to help ensure that you pick one that is bes

May 02, 2019 |