Three Smart Questions to Ask Before You Decide 💡🏡 Debt can feel heavy. However, the right strategy can make it easier to manage. A debt consolidation loan lets you replace high-interest debts, like credit cards or car loans, with a lower-interest mortgage, home equity...
The Power of Home Equity Recent data from ATTOM Data Solutions shows that 46.1% of homeowners in the U.S. are now equity rich — meaning their homes are worth at least double what they owe on their mortgage. This is a big deal. It means almost half of all homeowners...
📈 Home Prices Continue to Climb According to the latest Home Price Index from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), home prices have risen 4.3% year-over-year from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024. Nationally, home prices have increased every quarter since 2012, and an...
Should You Consolidate Your Debt? If you’re juggling multiple loans or credit card balances, you may be considering a debt consolidation loan. This type of loan combines several debts into one, usually through a mortgage refinance, home equity loan, or line of credit....
Mortgage Rates Are at Their Lowest in a Year According to Freddie Mac, mortgage rates have dropped by more than half a percent since January 2025. This brings them to their lowest levels in nearly a year. That’s great news for buyers and homeowners, but there’s a...
