Homeownership
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Most savings accounts still come with limits on withdrawals even after Regulation D lifted them
But there are a number of top banks that have eased their restrictions.
2 min read May 24, 2024 -
How do you pay back a reverse mortgage?
How do you pay back a reverse mortgage, and when is it necessary?
6 min read May 24, 2024 -
What is the Community Reinvestment Act?
This law is one of the main ways the government promotes fair housing.
3 min read May 23, 2024 -
Younger would-be homebuyers are moving back in with their parents: Should you?
Younger aspiring homebuyers face a tougher road financially compared to even a few short years ago.
4 min read May 22, 2024 -
Hard money lending: Guide to hard money loans and lenders
These loans appeal to house flippers or those with unusual situations.
9 min read May 21, 2024 -
The housing gender gap: Why women still face roadblocks in buying homes and building home equity
More single women than men own homes. But they pay more and get less out of them.
13 min read May 16, 2024 -
Cboe Volatility Index (VIX): What is it and how is it measured?
Heard of the VIX, but not quite sure what it means? We’ll give you the basics on this popular volatility index.
3 min read May 09, 2024 -
The top renovations that increase home value in 2024
Eight remodeling jobs that’ll enhance your home equity (and often your home life too).
10 min read May 07, 2024 -
6 lessons I learned from inheriting a parent’s house
A Bankrate writer shares tough lessons she learned after inheriting her mother’s house.
6 min read May 03, 2024 -
Types of semi-truck financing
Here’s a look at semi-truck loan options and the popular lenders in each category.
4 min read Apr 30, 2024
