Did you know that numerous studies over many years show a link between owning a home and happiness and overall well-being? For example, a report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau shows that homeowners generally have higher financial... (Read More)

Your down payment is in the bank and you're pre-approved for a mortgage. You're all ready to start looking at homes. Here are some tips for home buying the smart way: Don't go it alone. Some tech-savvy buyers like to use the Internet and mobile... (Read More)

You want to buy a home, but you don't have a 20 percent down payment saved. The good news is that in many cases, home buyers don't need that much money to buy a home. But you're going to have to set aside some money. How much? And how can you save... (Read More)