First-Time Homebuyers
If you’re new to buying a home, here’s what you can expect and how to navigate the process
Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles
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What is an underpayment penalty? Definition and examples
The IRS charges a penalty for not paying enough toward your tax obligation throughout the year.
3 min read Jan 03, 2022 -
Can I use my spouse’s income on credit card applications?
What you need to know about listing income on your credit card application
4 min read Dec 20, 2021 -
Small-business credit card satisfaction surges
Small-business credit card users felt much better about their cards in 2021, according to the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Small Business Credit Card Satisfaction Study.
3 min read Dec 10, 2021 -
Home prices are rising faster than your down payment fund: What to do
High housing prices are putting many properties out of reach for buyers. Here’s some ways around that.
5 min read Sep 14, 2021 -
What does the Delta variant mean for travel credit cards?
Just when we thought we were almost finished with COVID-19, the Delta variant threw us a curve ball.
3 min read Sep 10, 2021 -
How homebuyers can compete in a strong seller’s market
With housing inventory still lagging, sellers continue to have the upper hand.
4 min read Jul 22, 2021 -
Surveys for money: The best sites to take online surveys
Online surveys can be a fun way to pass the time and build a small amount of extra cash.
3 min read Jul 01, 2021 -
Survey: Despite safety concerns, 64% of U.S. cardholders save their information online
Saving payment info online is convenient, but many Americans still worry about safety.
5 min read Oct 24, 2019 -
Don’t Have Money For A Down Payment? This New Mortgage Aims To Fix That
When it comes to mortgages, there might soon be a new kid on the block. Federal Reserve economists are flirting with an idea of a no-down-payment mortgage, according to Bankrate. This new kind of mortgage [...]
2 min read Oct 19, 2017 -
State taxes: Iowa
Each state has its own taxation system, usually a combination of income, sales and property taxes.
3 min read Mar 08, 2016
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