Economics, Politics Drive Decline in Foreign Homebuyers in U.S.
Fewer international buyers are purchasing homes in the United States, a turnaround from a…
Articles by Kirk Haverkamp
Green Mortgages - Energy Efficient Mortgage Guide
Introduction As the name implies, a “Green Mortgage” is an environmentally friendly type…
Financing a Second Home
If you're one of the lucky ones who has a steady job and cash in the bank, you may be…
Finding the Culprits of Mortgage Fraud
Who can we blame for the U.S. mortgage crisis and financial industry meltdown? Mortgage…
Finding the Hidden Fees in HELOCs
Life is all about taking the good with the bad. With a home equity line of credit…
Freezing Your Credit Against Identify Theft: What to Know
Worried that a hacker will steal your personal information and use it to apply for credit…
GAO Highlights Problems with Reverse Mortgage Marketing
Reverse mortgages are an increasingly popular way for senior citizens to tap into the…
Get Your Best Chance of Nabbing a High Appraisal
Whether you're trying to sell your home or refinance your mortgage loan, you won't…
Guide to Housing and Mortgages for Gay and Lesbian Couples
Purpose of this Guide This guide will help to explain the different approaches that…
How can I get pre-approved for a home loan?
Getting pre-approved for a home loan is an important part of buying a home. But many…
