Maria Patterson

It depends on the complexity of the project and your ability to do the job well yourself. Really consider whether...

Your personal needs, preferences and finances are all factors. If you’ve lived in your home awhile and prefer to stay...

The interest rates on these loans are often higher than on secured loans and you generally will not be able...

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

Lenders require private mortgage insurance (PMI) on most loans with less than a 20 percent down payment. They believe there...

Many builders offer financing incentives to help move more buyers into a project. In fact, major building companies often have...

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is an agency within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Its main goal...

There are several new government programs that have been launched or are expected to launch to help prospective homeowners. Stay...

They can remain on your credit record for seven to 10 years; however, a borrower who has worked hard to...

It can happen. But a lot will depend on your circumstances and the mortgage interest rate you are willing to...