Tag Archives: Homeownership
The Homebuyer’s Toolkit: Choosing the Right Neighborhood
When purchasing a home, it�s all about location, location, location
Found the perfect house? Make sure the environment is equally ideal. There’s nothing to be…
By LaToya M. Smith
When Should You Refinance?
How to know when it�s time to apply for new mortgage terms
When 32-year-old James W. Johnson of Raleigh, North Carolina, bought his first home five years…
By Tamara E. Holmes
Money Matters: Finding Financing for a Fixer-Upper
How to get the money for a home makeover
My husband and I are looking to buy a home, but all we can find…
By John Simons
How to Get Your Property Taxes Lowered
If there was a way you could save $3,500 with 30 minutes’ worth of effort,…
By Tara-Nicholle Nelson
A Woman’s Guide to Money Management
Now is the time to plan your financial future
Creating a financial plan should be on everyone’s to-do list. Financial planning is not solely…
By Sheiresa Ngo
Credit Inquiries—Hard Pulls vs. Soft Pulls
Here's the lowdown on how multiple inquiries impact your credit score
Learn how certain types of inquiries on your credit report can impact your credit standing.
By LaToya M. Smith
Demystifying the Mortgage Modification Process
Rainbow/PUSH Coalition counselor advises delinquent homeowners
Loan modification counselor discusses when homeowners should modify their loan, why banks are not modifying…
By Marcia Wade Talbert
The Homebuyer’s Toolkit: Condo or Co-Op?
What you need to know before buying a condo or co-op
If shoveling snow, mowing the lawn, and general maintenance is not up your alley then…
By LaToya M. Smith
Money Matters: Should I Ditch My Home?
Maintain your mortgage payments (if you can) even if you're "underwater"
I don’t have equity in the home I bought three years ago. When is it…
By John Simons
The Homebuyers Toolkit: Renting vs. Buying
The pros and cons of both options should be considered when shopping for a home
In today’s market should you rent or buy? “Your decision to buy or rent depends…
