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Quick Guide to Down Payment Assistance Programs in the USA (2026)
Buying a house is a big dream for many people. However, saving up enough money for a down payment can be a major hurdle. The good news is that there are many programs across the country designed to help ho...
Partial Shutdown Begins, Raising Concerns About Mortgage Delays and Flood Insurance Lapses
Even though the U.S. Senate passed a spending bill to fund most federal agencies through September 30, 2026, a partial government shutdown began at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31. ...
Sometimes you gotta look past the headlines
Sometimes you gotta look past the headlines. When peering across college campuses these days you see two very different themes percolating near the top. One are the ever-increasing numbers of protests; and the other is the endless a...
Buying a House with a Friend in 2026: A Simple Guide
As we head into 2026, the dream of owning a home can feel more difficult due to rising home prices and high rent costs. To make homeownership more achievable, more people are considering buying a house with a friend. H...
Man Gives Commencement Speech...Gets Booed Off Stage
Man gives commencement speech. Tells graduates to buy bitcoin. Gets booed off the stage. Discuss. First of all, who is this guy. The President of THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY tells us "His Linksdin profile says he ...
Wealthfront Starts Offering Mortgages, Beginning With a Limited Rollout to Clients
Wealthfront, a company best known for its automated investing tools (often called a “robo-advisor”), is now offering home loans. The new mortgage program is being released first t...
How to Refinance Your Mortgage in a Rising Rate Environment
With interest rates on the rise, refinancing a mortgage may seem counterintuitive. However, for some homeowners, refinancing still makes good financial sense even as rates increase. The key is acting strategicall...
How Some States Help Older People with Property Taxes
As house prices have gone up, so have property taxes, which has made it harder for everyone to afford housing. This issue affects seniors the most because many live on a fixed income. To help out, a number of U.S. sta...
Mortgage Rates Drop to 6.85%: A Glimmer of Hope for Homebuyers
As of June 2025, mortgage rates have seen a slight decrease, bringing the 30-year fixed rate down to 6.85%. This is a positive sign for individuals looking to buy homes in a period marked by economic uncertai...
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