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Why did my mortgage payment go up??
I bought a house about a year ago. I have a fixed mortage, but my payment inreased by abou $70/month! I didn't plan on this. I can manage it, but I'm having to cut back on other things. What happened? Why am I paying more for my mortgage?
Asked by Patrick | Rockford, IL | 03-16-2026 | 70 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 1 month ago
Why is the war causing interest rates to climb?
Been house hunting for a while now. Our lender told us initially that the war would probably cause interest rates to drop. But, I keep seeing news that interest rates are rising, and our lender confirmed today that rates are now higher than they were.rnDon't rates usually drop during wars? why isn't that happening now?
Asked by Hyde M | 03-13-2026 | 534 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 1 month ago
Is $10000 enough for a downpayment?
I need a house. I have been saving for years and have about $10000. Is that enough for a downpayment or should i need trying to save. I don't want to wait too much longer. Does it really matter?
Asked by Adele G | Raleigh, NC | 03-10-2026 | 140 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 1 month ago
How do I go about selling an older house?
My brother passed few days ago. I flew out from CA due to being only living relative. I do not know who mortgage is with yet. He & myself have no funds. I need to sell asap and have furnace fixed.
Asked by Yvonne Woolwine | Angola, IN | 02-24-2026 | 76 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 1 month ago
What is a bridge loan?
I've seen the term bridge loan, but I don't really understand what it means or what is can be used for. Can someone explain this to me?
Asked by Xavier | Santa Fe, NM | 02-23-2026 | 123 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 2 months ago
Can a realtor ask the seller to reimburse them for pictures?
Can a realtor ask the seller to reimburse them for the cost of the pictures taken to sell the house if the seller decides not to sell there house
Asked by Paul | Summerville, SC | 02-13-2026 | 226 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 2 months ago
I am thinking about refinancingy home ?
My mortgage is clear . I have another small piece of land maybe a acres and half but it's still in my mother and uncle (deceased) name how can I use this to finance a loan to pay of my bills and fix my house?
Asked by Gayle Flowers | Brundidge, AL | 01-21-2026 | 103 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 3 months ago
Tax payment after the sale of my house?
I'm getting married, and I'm going to sell my current house and move into my fiancé's house. But I'm worried about the taxes. Will I need to pay taxes on the sale of my house? If so, is there a way to avoid this or minimize it?
Asked by Kathy | Charleston, SC | 12-16-2025 | 91 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 4 months ago
Who pays realtor fees and commissions?
Who pays realtor fees and commissions?
Asked by Gabriel | Tampa, FL | 03-06-2023 | 2,187 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 5 months ago
Should I spend my pre-approval amount?
I was pre-approved for $475,000 house. But I look at the monthly payment and I'm just not comfortable with it. In my mind, it feels like it's too much. But I'm also wondering if I can afford more than I think. How do I decide if I should spend my full pre-approval amount?
Asked by Ryann | Sarasota, FL | 11-05-2025 | 163 Views | Finance & Legal Info | Updated 5 months ago
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