Posts with tag mortgage payments

By Colin Robertson Mortgages can be viewed very differently. Some see them as a positive financial instrument, a way to free up their money so it can be invested elsewhere, ideally for a better return. Then there are those who view mortgages as the root of all evil, as a debt overhang that must be terminated as quickly... Continue Reading »

Sometimes consumers face significant financial emergencies that they cannot avoid, such as medical problems or car trouble that can take a huge chunk out of their monthly budget. The result of these financial difficulties can be that, at the end of the month, they simply might not have enough money on hand to pay their... Continue Reading »

Sidnetta Smith (pictured at left) had to uproot herself and her children and move to North Carolina, leaving half of their belongings behind, when Bank of America foreclosed on their Atlanta home and evicted them. That's painful enough, but there's an added rub: Smith's home wasn't BofA's to take – because the bank... Continue Reading »

As the obstacles to owning a home become more pronounced in the wake of the housing bust, how much money should homebuyers set aside for a down payment? Unsurprisingly, cash is still king in today's market, especially as mortgage lenders raise the bar for credit worthiness. That said, down payment options range from zero... Continue Reading »

While paying down the mortgage is undoubtedly one of the largest financial burdens many Americans have to contend with, it's certainly not the only long-term investment homeowners need to consider. This is particularly true for homeowners nearing their 60s, for whom financial investments made today can have a lasting... Continue Reading »