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Recently, mortgage rates fell to their lowest level since March, giving homeowners a chance to refinance their loans and save money. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage dropped to 6.67% as of August 8, after repo...

Buying your first home can be challenging, and choosing the right mortgage lender can make a big difference. Here’s a simple guide to some of the top mortgage lenders for first-time buyers and wha...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers special housing grants to help veterans with service-related disabilities. These grants are designed to help veterans buy, build, or make changes to a ho...

The Trump administration has suggested a big change to U.S. housing policy: allowing 50-year mortgages to help people afford homes. Usually, mortgages in the U.S. last for 30 years, but with a 50-year mortgage, the loan ...

No one needs reminding that 2020 was a year full of shut-downs, lock-downs and more business closures than anyone can count. Even for people who kept their jobs as an essential worker, the rest of the economy was closed down and pretty...

When you retire, you will no longer have an income from employment. Your retirement benefits will be your only source of income.  It is crucial to understand how your benefits are calculated and what facto...

The housing market is constantly evolving, with new trends and government programs emerging to support potential buyers in making informed decisions. Whether you're a firs...

Say goodbye to "The Say Hey Kid". Number 24. Inarguably the greatest center field ever: Willie Mays. Mr. Mays died this week at the age of 93. If there were ever a Mount Rushmore of the most revered American athletes of all time, ...

Pennsylvania has a program designed to help ease housing costs for eligible residents. This program, known as the property or rent tax rebate, offers financial aid of up to $1,000 for qualifyin...