From starting your property search to completion – buying a property in the UK, on average, takes around 6 months but many factors are at play.1 Your financial situation, the property you want to buy, and the seller’s circumstances can all have an effect. How Long Does It Take for a Mortgage Underwriter to Approve … Read more
If you’re behind on taxes, you might be wondering if owing the IRS hurts your credit score. Negative marks on your credit score can have a lasting impact, making it more difficult to apply for a credit card, car loan, home mortgage, and more. When qualifying borrowers, lenders want to see a demonstrated history of … Read more
If you have a lot of credit card debt, you may have fallen into a trap without even realizing it. It’s easy to make the same mistakes over and over when using credit cards. This can lead to developing bad spending habits that are hard to break. If you aren’t careful, you could end up … Read more
If you know what to do, you could end up with a good deal Part of the Series Foreclosure Buying a HUD home, or a home from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) program, is a process that can potentially get you a more affordable home. HUD homes are those that have … Read more
When a homeowner dies, the inheritance of a home is typically decided by a will or probate proceedings. But what happens when the property has a mortgage on it? Will your next of kin be responsible for your mortgage debt? What will happen to your surviving family members who still live in the home? Let’s … Read more
You can refinance a car loan more than once, but doing so isn’t always a good idea. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you take certain actions on our website or click to take an action on their website. However, this does … Read more
Buying a house is likely one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. With such a major investment it’s crucial to understand the insurance requirements when purchasing a home. Certain types of insurance are mandatory, while others are highly recommended to properly protect your new property. This article will explain the key insurance policies needed … Read more
If youâre trying to build credit, one potential strategy is to become an authorized user on a trusted cardholderâs account. Once youâre attached to the account, you typically get your own credit card thatâs linked to the account. And if the account appears on your credit reports, then responsible use of the card can help … Read more
While it’s not a bad idea to save as much as you can for a down payment, other goals and the urgency of the situation mean this isn’t feasible for many buyers. But if you’re getting a conventional loan, you can get into a home with as little as 3% down. You just have to … Read more
Getting an accurate credit score is important when applying for loans, credit cards mortgages, and other financial products. However you may have noticed that the credit score provided by Credit Karma is often higher than the score from your bank or lender. There are some key reasons why this occurs. What Credit Scores Does Credit … Read more