Articles by Donna Freedman
VA Renovation Loans: What They Are and How They Work
March 25, 2022
Eligible military borrowers can use a VA renovation loan to buy a home that needs work — or refinance their existing home — and roll... read more
Do You Skip a Mortgage Payment When You Refinance?
November 24, 2021
It may seem like you skip a payment when you refinance a mortgage, but you actually don’t. That’s because after refinancing, the first payment isn’t... read more
What Is a Seller’s Disclosure?
November 9, 2021
When you make an offer on a home, one of the first pieces of paperwork you’ll get is a seller’s property disclosure. Also known as... read more
11 First-Time Homebuyer Programs and Loans
August 6, 2021
A first-time buyer isn’t just someone who’s never owned a home. “First-time” can also apply to other situations, such as not having owned a home... read more
HELOC Balloon Payments: How to Find a Way Out
July 23, 2021
If your home is worth more than your mortgage balance, a home equity line of credit could help with other financial goals. Typically you can... read more