Is it best to pay off your mortgage early?

Is it best to pay off your mortgage early?

Saving a very large amount of interest paid makes sense, but the numbers don’t support this being the best use of extra money. If you have high interest credit cards, these are probably well above the 4 to 5% you are paying on your mortgage and have the benefit...

How to Prepare for a Home Loan

Here are some tips to help you prepare to get a home loan. Tip One – Save for a down payment/closing costs While loan programs can vary, it is always important to have savings. While money down can vary greatly, there can be closing cost requirements even on zero down...

Americans say real estate is best long-term investment

Americans say real estate is best long-term investment by Tracey Boyd When it comes to long-term investments, Americans love real estate, and, in recent years, that belief in real estate as the best long-term investment option only has strengthened. According to the...

USDA Loan: An Option for Rural Home Buyers

USDA loan: An option for rural home buyers by Tracey Boyd The United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development agency was established to help improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. One of the ways it is doing that is through the Single...

Help buyers and sellers navigate the market

Help buyers and sellers navigate the market by Tracey Boyd Real estate experts are saying it’s a seller’s market, so homeowners will need as much help as possible from their real estate agents when faced with multiple offers on their property. Buyers will...