Articles by Dahna Chandler - Page 2

It's tough to get credit when you have no credit history. But not impossible. You need credit to get credit, and here's how to get it.

Mortgage insurance may be a necessary evil, but it has more benefits than you know. Here's how to use mortgage insurance, and how to get rid of it.

Mortgage advertising contains a minefield of information to pay attention t, and stuff to ignore as well. here's your guide to finding believable programs and mortgage rates

Can you refinance while your house is listed for sale? You've had your home on the market, a it's not moving. So you'd like to cash out some equity or lower your payment. Will mortgage lenders allow it?

Advice for renters: what your rights are when your roommate leaves, and you're not on the lease.

If your landlord's in foreclosure, you have some rights. But to protect these rights, you need to know what they are.

What's a better investment? You might wonder, "Should I pay down my mortgage or add to my retirement account?" Here's how to find out.

What's better if you're 62 or over and need to cash in your home equity? A reverse mortgage, or a home equity loan or line of credit? It depends, and here's what you need to know.

Can you qualify for a mortgage with (big) medical collections? Sometimes, because medical collections are different than other accounts.

A HELOC refinance involves many factors. Here's a rundown on all your options when your HELOC rate increases.

ARM mortgage rates can make borrowing a little riskier for some borrowers because they can change over the life of the loan. But they can also save you a lot of money. And they are safer than you think.

Gen X buys more homes than any other. They are established and in a good position to get the best home loans. Here's what you need to know about these loans.

If you're selling a home, it helps to know your market. Meet gen X and Gen Y, your buyers.

New construction has advantages and drawbacks. You'll probably need to be a lot more involved in the process, so make sure that you're willing to do this before choosing a new home built just for you.

Small home mortgage loans help you buy your first home, but they can also help you when your kids are gone, and you need less room.

Home affordability is often easier to find in the suburbs than the city. But can younger homebuyers find true happiness outside the bright lights?

Single women have a lot of home-buying power. Here's how to exercise yours and get what you want.

Buying a house, especially a fixer-upper, is an investment that could pay off big-time, or deplete every resource you have. Follow these tips for choosing financing and unloading your property for profit.

It's a jungle out there when you're buying real estate. But it's easier to make your way when you know the language. Here are the terms you should know before you buy a house.