Most Homeowners Do Not Know Their Family Could Lose the House When They Die and Here Is Why

Most Homeowners Do Not Know Their Family Could Lose the House When They Die and Here Is Why

No will or trust means probate costs thousands. Tom Seaman explains how to protect what you built. ...more

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June 16, 20263 min read

A Home Seller Will Pay You Thousands to Close the Deal but Only If You Know How to Ask for It

A Home Seller Will Pay You Thousands to Close the Deal but Only If You Know How to Ask for It

Credits beat price cuts every time. Tom Seaman explains the two strategies every buyer needs to know. ...more

Mortgage

June 15, 20264 min read

How Wealthy People Actually Use Credit and the Strategy Every Homeowner Can Copy Right Now

How Wealthy People Actually Use Credit and the Strategy Every Homeowner Can Copy Right Now

Keep credit lines open and idle. Tom Seaman explains the high-net-worth credit strategy that works. ...more

Mortgage

June 11, 20264 min read

Buy Now With 5 Percent Down or Wait to Save 20 Percent: The Math Makes the Answer Very Clear

Buy Now With 5 Percent Down or Wait to Save 20 Percent: The Math Makes the Answer Very Clear

Waiting 4 years costs $107K to save $8K in PMI. Tom Seaman runs the numbers every buyer needs to see. ...more

Mortgage

June 10, 20264 min read

The Home Upgrade With the Highest ROI Is Not the Kitchen or Bathroom It Is the Garage Door

The Home Upgrade With the Highest ROI Is Not the Kitchen or Bathroom It Is the Garage Door

194% ROI on garage door replacement. Tom Seaman explains the upgrade that pays you back the most. ...more

Mortgage

June 09, 20263 min read

The Biggest Deal Killer in Real Estate Right Now Is Not the Interest Rate It Is Homeowners Insurance

The Biggest Deal Killer in Real Estate Right Now Is Not the Interest Rate It Is Homeowners Insurance

Insurance costs are derailing closings. Tom Seaman explains when and how to shop before you sign ...more

Mortgage

June 09, 20264 min read

May Was a Wake-Up Call for Rate Watchers and Here Is the Plan That Actually Works Instead

May Was a Wake-Up Call for Rate Watchers and Here Is the Plan That Actually Works Instead

One hot report moved rates fast. Tom Seaman explains how to buy when the numbers make sense now. ...more

Mortgage

June 08, 20264 min read

Your Fixed Rate Mortgage Payment Went Up and Your Lender Did Not Change Your Rate Here Is Why

Your Fixed Rate Mortgage Payment Went Up and Your Lender Did Not Change Your Rate Here Is Why

Taxes and insurance raise your payment even with a fixed rate. Tom Seaman explains what to do ...more

Mortgage

June 08, 20264 min read

Can You Use a 401(k) to Help Buy a Home? What to Know Before You Borrow

Can You Use a 401(k) to Help Buy a Home? What to Know Before You Borrow

Saving a down payment is often the hardest part of buying a home. So it is no surprise that many buyers wonder whether they can tap their 401(k) to get there faster. ...more

Mortgage

June 08, 20263 min read

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