The goal of being debt free is one that holds the promise of financial freedom for many consumers. For many, this also includes getting rid of mortgage debt as early as possible. But does it always make sense to pay off your mortgage early? Read More
As you go through the process of purchasing a home with a mortgage, you are likely to discover a number of surprising costs. Read More
Created in 2009 to help out struggling homeowners, HAMP (Home Affordable Modification Program) has helped about 1.4 million homeowners modify their mortgages to avoid foreclosure. Read More
When a homeowner receives a notice of foreclosure, it’s not unusual to pack up and move out as quickly as possible. That hasty decision may not be wise however, because many unforeseen complications can occur Read More
While many date the recent financial crisis from 2008, the reality is that there was a build up to that crisis. Prior to the events that took place in the fall of 2008, a mortgage market crisis was building in the form of increasing foreclosures. Read More
