Mia Schneider
Why Beyoncé and Jay-Z Took Out a Second Mortgage
When you hear the phrase “second mortgage,” a negative connotation likely comes to mind.Back in the day, the…
Fannie Mae Forecasts Lower Mortgage Rates, Less Home Price Appreciation in 2026
While it’s a difficult concept to wrap one’s head around, it is possible to see lower mortgage rates…
Home Builders Are Advertising Monthly Payments Instead of Home Prices to Clear Inventory
Once upon a time, it was pretty common to see a new housing development flanked by a sign…
The Magic Mortgage Rate Is Now 6%
Ever since mortgage rates surged from their record lows in early 2022, economists have been attempting to figure…
UWM Launches Borrower-Paid Temporary Buydown for Refinances
The nation’s top mortgage lender has launched a new borrower-paid temporary buydown to drum up refinance business.It appears…
Firing Jerome Powell Won’t Benefit Mortgage Rates
Once again, there have been reports of President Trump threatening to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell.But like the…
Here’s How Your Mortgage Payment Can Go Up Even If It’s Not an ARM
While adjustable-rate mortgages are mostly a thing of the past, homeowners are still receiving notices about monthly payment…
The Past Month’s Mortgage Rate Rally Has Nearly Been Entirely Erased
What a difference a month makes. Mortgage rates were close to eight month lows about two weeks ago.Today?…
Top Mortgage Lender UWM Invests $100M in Bilt Credit Card to Drive More Leads
Another big tie-up has been announced in the mortgage space, this time between the nation’s top mortgage lender…
Will Paying Rent on Time Really Make It Easier to Get a Mortgage?
You’ve heard the news. FHFA Director Bill Pulte has ordered Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to begin accepting…
For Mortgage Rates, lt’s All Eyes on Labor at This Point
Somewhat amazingly, the 30-year fixed is once again priced back near 7% thanks to a hot jobs report.While…
Student Loan Interest Deduction Explained
Key PointsThe student loan interest deduction can reduce your taxable income by up to $2,500 per year.You do…
Fidelity Investments Review: Pros, Cons, and More
Fidelity is consistently ranked one of the best investment firms in the United States.When it comes to investing,…
Graduate Degree vs. Professional Degree For Student Loans
What Counts As A Graduate Student vs. Professional Student For Federal Student Aid?This question is about student loan…
Top 5 Junior Gold Mining Stocks on the TSXV in 2025
The gold price continued to surge to new record highs in the second quarter of the year, reaching…
