Adjustable rate mortgages - What You Need to know
Adjustable-rate mortgages (A.R.M.s) have been out of favor for some time, but may be on…
Articles by Dan Rafter
What You’ll Need to Get a Jumbo Loan
Jumbo loan rates are very close to conforming loan rates in many markets, making bigger,…
What will CFPB changes mean for mortgage borrowers?
Mortgage lenders aren't shedding too many tears over the departure of former director…
Alternatives to Mortgage Loan Modification
If you've been unable to secure a mortgage loan modification, you may be humming bars…
What Happens to Your Mortgage After You Die?
What happens to your mortgage if you should pass away before it's paid off? While it's…
Are You Ever Too Old to Get a Mortgage?
Are you ever too old to apply for a mortgage loan? The legal answer is a definite "no."…
Arranging for Your Own Home Value Appraisal
An appraisal isn't something most homeowners worry about. When you buy a home, the lender…
Rise of Non-Bank Lenders Could Make it Easier to Get a Mortgage
If you applied for a home loan in 2007, the odds were good that your mortgage lender…
Retrofitting an Older Home for Smart Technology
Smart homes that can set the temperature, turn off the lights and show who's at the front…
Is Retiring With a Mortgage Such a Bad Thing?
Ideally, you'd retire without owing money on a mortgage, car loan or credit card. But…
