The process of buying a house is riddled with specific terminology and important decisions. Set yourself up for success by studying the ins and outs of the process
Topic
Housing
Understanding the housing market can help you gauge what financial steps are best for your future. This selection of activities and articles on best house-buying (and renting) practices teaches useful tips and tricks for saving, borrowing, and paying just the right amount for your next home.
How Does Amortization Work?
5 min read
Learn how amortization works to spread payments over time.
Mortgage Application Checklist
2 min read
Applying for a mortgage takes a lot of documentation—prepare with this mortgage application checklist.
From security deposit to renter's insurance, renting a place to live comes with a unique set of challenges. Rest easy with the power of knowledge and know-how!
Buying a Home: Exploring Your Options
5 min read
Explore your options for buying a home: first-time buyer benefits, best age to buy, building vs. buying, foreclosure auctions, buying with parents, and owner financing.
Working with a Mortgage Lender
5 min read
Discover the essential steps of working with a mortgage lender. Learn about mortgage applications, lender requirements, and how to find the right fit for your home loan needs.
Your Tax Return Pre-Game
5 min activity
Learn about tax return basics, including filing status, deductions, and credits.
Mortgage Affordability Calculator
7 min activity
How much mortgage can you afford? Find out with our mortgage affordability calculator! Learn about key factors like DTI and credit score to understand your mortgage affordability.
Financial Wellness Assessment
2 min read
Use the Financial Wellness Assessment to discover your personal finance strengths and weaknesses.
Mortgage Estimation Calculator
2 min activity
See how much mortgage you can afford, starting with your ideal monthly payment amount.
Rent Affordability Calculator
2 min activity
Learn how much you can afford to pay for rent and how that relates to the recommended amount.
What is a HELOC?
3 min read
A HELOC is a line of credit that allows you to borrow against the equity in your home.
How Do I Build Credit?
5 Min Activity
Learn how to build your credit score from scratch or boost your decent score.
All About Escrow Accounts
5 min read
By requiring you to make monthly payments, an escrow account ensures that your property taxes and homeowners insurance are always made.
Repairing Credit
5 Min Activity
Learn how to repair your credit score when it's gone awry.
Early Mortgage Payoff Calculator
2 min activity
The quicker you payoff your mortgage, the less you'll pay in interest.
Cost of Living Calculator & City Comparison
2 min activity
Compare the cost of living between cities. Calculate the salary you need to maintain your lifestyle in another city. [Housing, Groceries, Transportation, & more]
HELOC Calculator
2 min activity
Learn about HELOCs (Home Equity Lines of Credit) and see if you could be approved. Access funds for major expenses or projects. Explore your options now!