There are a variety of factors that are involved in getting your mortgage approved, but few things will have more of an impact than your FICO score and the credit history that goes along with it. Instead of leaving your score up to chance when submitting your application, here are a few ways that you can boost your financial wellbeing and leave your credit score better off than it was before.
3 Simple Tips for Boosting Your FICO Credit Score Before Applying for a Mortgage
December 23, 2016 by
Goodbye, Curtains: Try These Fun and Fashionable Ways to Dress up Your Windows
December 22, 2016 by
Windows can add a lot to the look of your home, and this means that dressing them up properly is an important key for aesthetic appeal. Here are a few ways you can adorn the most basic of home fixtures and turn your windows into something truly unique.
Self-Employed? Here’s What You’ll Need to Get a Mortgage Approval
December 21, 2016 by
There’s a lot of flexibility and personal freedom associated with self-employment that can be a great benefit to your lifestyle and your pocketbook. If you’ve recently become self-employed or have been in the game for a while, here are some things you may want to consider before submitting your mortgage application.
After the Sale: The Next Steps and What You’ll Need to Do Before You Move Out
December 20, 2016 by
Getting an offer on your home can certainly make it feel like the hard part is over, but even after the deal is sealed there’s still a lot to do when it comes to moving out. Whether you’re getting prepared for a future move or your buyer has just signed on the dotted line, here are the first steps to take once it’s certain your property is off the market.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 19, 2016
December 19, 2016 by
Housing news was boosted by the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index, which posted its highest readings since July of 2002. In other news, the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee voted to raise the federal funds rate and Fed Chair Janet Yellen gave a press conference. Mortgage rates rose and weekly jobless claims fell.
Five Ways to Make Your Home’s ‘Curb Appeal’ Better Than Your Neighbors’
December 14, 2016 by
Curb appeal, or how your home looks from the street, is an essential part of preparing to sell your house. It’s also where comparison with your neighbors’ homes is inescapable – which poses a problem if you’re both on the market. Read on for five ways to boost your own curb appeal.
3 Easy Ways to Make Your Home More ‘Pet Friendly’
December 13, 2016 by
Whether you’re moving to a new home or you have a new family pet, it can be a struggle to make the place a little friendlier for them. If you’re looking for some simple ways to make their life a little easier, here are a few things you can do.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 12, 2016
December 12, 2016 by
As 2017 winds down, analysts are forecasting economic developments for 2017. Forbes identified three indicators that the U.S. housing market has recovered. Mortgage rates rose again last week; jobless claims fell and consumer sentiment jumped rose five points. The details:
