How Much Does It Cost to Build a House?
It can be hard to find a house that has everything you want and need, especially in a tight market. You may be considering building a house instead. But can…
Linda Bell
Linda Bell is a former writer and spokesperson for NerdWallet. Her previous experience includes more than 20 years as a business news/personal finance reporter, writer and producer at organizations including Bloomberg News andFox Business. Her work has earned recognition from the National Association of Real Estate Editors and the New York Association of Black Journalists.She earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and English literature at NewYork University.
Posts by Linda Bell:
Home Inspection in New Jersey: How It Works and What It Costs
Whether you’re considering buying a new construction home or a fixer-upper, it’s important to find out the condition of the house you want to purchase. This is where a home…
What Is Redlining?
Homeownership is a major goal for many people. Not only is a house the biggest purchase many will ever make, but owning a home is a way to build and…
The Black Homeownership Gap: A Fair Housing Leader’s Solutions
The Black-white homeownership gap is larger today than it was in 1968 when the Fair Housing Act, which outlawed discrimination when Americans buy or rent a home, apply for a mortgage…
What Is Mortgage Underwriting?
You were preapproved for a mortgage and then found the house of your dreams. Now that your offer’s been accepted, that means you’re clear to get the mortgage and become…
Mortgage Denied? Here’s How to Recover
When Philip Weiss, a systems engineer in New Jersey, saw the rustic house on a four-acre lot in the Poconos, it was love at first sight. He was preapproved for…
What to Look for When Buying a House
Buying a home is the biggest purchase many people will ever make. And it’s a major commitment — so how do you choose the one that’s right for you? Your…
What to Know About Buying an Investment Property
An investment property is real estate bought for the purpose of generating income. Buying an investment property can come with challenges, such as maintenance costs and more stringent financing requirements…
How Long Does It Take to Buy a House?
Whether you envision yourself in a single-family house in the suburbs or a condo near a city center, buying the home of your dreams can take time. “From start to…
What Is a Mortgage Origination Fee?
A mortgage origination fee is any fee that adds to the profit a lender can make on a loan. Mortgage lenders are going to charge fees one way or another;…
