VA Loans: How They Work, Who Qualifies
If you’ve served in the military and need a mortgage, then a VA loan might be right for you, whether you’re buying a home or refinancing. Here’s what to know.…
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:
How Construction Loans Help Finance Your Dream House
Buying your dream house may require a mortgage. But building your dream house? Well, that can require a mortgage with a twist. Namely, a construction loan. What is a construction…
Should I Pay Off My Mortgage?
If you’re thinking about paying off your mortgage, you’re in an enviable position. That’s assuming you are maxing out your retirement savings, have set aside an emergency fund and have…
What to Know About Buying a Tiny House
Buying a tiny house comes with a lower price tag and less upkeep than a traditional home, but it also comes with certain barriers. From how to finance it to…
What to Know About Buying a New Construction Home
Buying a home in a competitive market is like being in a gladiator ring. Multiple rounds of showings and bidding wars can leave you feeling defeated. If you’re growing weary…
How to Get Preapproved for a Mortgage
In the world of homebuying, think of a mortgage pre-qualification as a learner’s permit, while a mortgage preapproval is a license to drive. A pre-qualification letter can get you on…
How to Find the Best Listing Agent
Remember the jitters you felt when you bought your first house? Get ready to feel them again if you’re planning to sell your home. One of the best ways to…
How to Price Your Home to Sell
Pricing your house to sell requires a “Goldilocks” frame of mind. A price that’s “just right” is the one that attracts a buyer, is in line with the market, and…
How to Win a Bidding War on a House
If you’re shopping for a home when the supply of houses is low and demand is high, you may find yourself in a bidding war, with multiple offers pushing prices…
ARM Refinance: Should You Move to a Fixed-Rate Mortgage?
Adjustable-rate mortgages, or ARMs, are attractive because they offer low, fixed introductory rates. But as the word “adjustable” implies, those rates don’t last forever. Should you refinance an ARM to…
