Is It Time for Me to Stop Renting?
The answer to the question of whether to continue renting a place or hold your nose, jump in and buy a home will require just a little math. Or you can let…
Hal M. Bundrick, CFP
Hal M. Bundrick is a personal finance writer and a NerdWallet authority in money matters. He is a certified financial planner and former financial consultant and senior investment specialist for Wall Street firms. Hal advised families, business owners, nonprofits, and trusts, as well as managed group employee retirement plans in the South and Midwest. Since hanging up (burning) his suits and ties, Hal now works to make financial topics understandable and jargon-free. Email: [email protected]
Posts by Hal M. Bundrick, CFP:
How Can I Buy My Own Place?
Hey, it’s difficult to buy a home — but not sneeze-with-your-eyes-open impossible. Breaking it down into first this and then that steps can help. First, the down payment. Then, a…
Closing on a House: How Long It Takes, What to Expect
There are two major edge-of-your-seat suspenseful situations when buying a home: getting preapproved for a mortgage and closing on a house. Both are filled with anticipation and anxiety. First, there’s…
First-Time Home Buyer Down Payment Strategies
Socking away a pile of money for a down payment on your first home is easier said than done. First-time home buyers often combine saving for a down payment with…
The 20% Mortgage Down Payment Is Dead
For first-time home buyers, the challenge of coming up with a 20% mortgage down payment is often difficult enough to keep them out of the market. But the 20% down…
First-Time Home Buyer Benefits: How to Qualify
Qualifying as a first-time home buyer doesn’t mean you’ve never owned a house. Meeting first-time home buyer qualifications unlocks many benefits, including low- or no-down-payment loans, down payment assistance, grants…
First-Time Home Buyer Class: Why Take It?
A first-time home buyer class has been suggested to you — perhaps by a lender, friend or real estate agent. And you’re thinking, “What’s the point?” But what if you…
8 First-Time Home Buyer Loans and Programs
Buying a home is so hard, they should make it an Olympic event. It’s not just the paperwork; it’s the terminology, the fees and the number of people involved. It’s…
5 Tips for Finding the Best VA Mortgage Lenders
Being eligible for a VA loan puts you way ahead in the hunt for the best mortgage. But choosing the right VA mortgage lender is essential. Here are five tips to help you find the best VA mortgage lender for you.
5 Tips for Finding the Best Refinance Mortgage Lenders
Finding the best mortgage refinance lender includes knowing your credit score and shopping more than one lender. Here are tips to find the best one for you.
