Maria Patterson

Many people flock to refinance while mortgage interest rates are low, particularly when rates are two percentage points below their...

Check with your state. It may provide special protection through the filing of a homestead exemption, which exempts some or...

Talk with your lender immediately. The lender may be able to arrange a repayment plan or the temporary reduction or...

With a refinancing, you pay off an old loan on your home and take out a new one, usually at...

According to the Millennial Housing Commission, few lenders are willing to administer home improvement loans. Most prefer to make home...

Chances are you will have to pay the going rate for contractors in your area. Architects or designers will typically...

Use caution. Your home is your most valuable financial asset. You will want someone who completes the job, not botch...

To save both time and money, some people avoid getting building permits. But most cities require them. Besides ensuring safety...

Zoning ordinances and maps are a matter of public record. Visit your local zoning office, city hall, or some other...

Some improvements offer a greater return than others do. This will vary greatly depending on the type of work you...