Traditional investments are delivering low returns, and home prices are at bargain levels. Is it time to consider buying some rental housing? Investing in real estate right now can be surprisingly profitable, if everything goes well. Rents are climbing in many areas, and more properties may be coming on the… read more →
Short or time or money (or both) but still want to help your local animal shelter? There are lots of ways to help local animal shelters without investing a ton of time, money or energy. Here are smart ways that you can make a big difference. Spread the word Hang… read more →
There’s no doubt about it: Lenders have tightened the guidelines they use to evaluate loan applications. That means borrowers who want to refinance their mortgage to take advantage of low interest rates may wonder whether they will qualify for a new loan. This summary should help you understand what lenders… read more →