How To Handle Your Mortgage in a Divorce

How To Handle Your Mortgage in a Divorce

Among the many decisions to be made during a divorce is what to do with the house. There are three main mortgage options for splitting partners: selling, refinancing, or buying the other person out. Sell the House If the parties intend to split the valu

Aug 24, 2023 | Lifestyle

Should You Stay in Your Home or Rent in Retirement?

Should You Stay in Your Home or Rent in Retirement?

Your home is probably one of your most valuable assets, especially if you’ve been there for many years. As you near retirement age, you may ask yourself, would it be better to stay in my house as long as possible or to sell it and rent once I retire

Apr 06, 2023 | Reverse Mortgage Lifestyle

Should You Help Your Kids Pay for Their Mortgage?

Should You Help Your Kids Pay for Their Mortgage?

According to a recent survey, almost a quarter of millennials and Gen Z homeowners said their parents had given them money in the past year to help with rent or mortgage payments. That’s not hard to understand considering how skyrocketing inflation

Apr 04, 2023 | Lifestyle

Buying a Home with Family

Buying a Home with Family

U.S. home prices have jumped 20 percent in the past year, it is becoming increasingly harder for many Americans to buy a home on their own. To be able to break into the housing market, more and more buyers are going in together with siblings or parents on

Dec 08, 2021 | Lifestyle Purchasing a Home

Why NOT to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early

Why NOT to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early

Your mortgage payment is likely the biggest one you make each month. The thought of getting rid of that payment sooner and saving on some of the interest payments can be very attractive. However, there are plenty of trade-offs when you start diverting muc

Jan 29, 2020 | Lifestyle Homeowner Tips

Home Projects for the Family

Home Projects for the Family

Getting children involved in home projects can be a fun way to share time with your kids and still get the chores done. But how do you combine the two without pulling out your hair keeping kids from getting hurt or just making a mess? These home projects

Jun 08, 2019 | Homeowner Tips Lifestyle

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