Lauren Claxton is a freelance writer with a focus on personal finance and cryptocurrency. She has previously written for Crypto News Australia and was employed as a content writer at Monzi Personal ...

When you add in the lies and myths many people believe about the home-buying process, it can be even more stressful. Luckily, there are certain ways to prepare that can make the whole process less ...

Aaron Broverman is the Managing Editor of Forbes Advisor Canada. He has almost 20 years of experience writing in the personal finance space for outlets such as Bankrate, Bankrate Canada, ...

Our team researched more than two dozen of the country’s most popular personal lenders, including large online companies like SoFi, big banks like Wells Fargo, and peer-to-peer lenders like Upstart.

When making the decision to purchase a home, the first thought that comes to a buyer's mind is most likely "how much can I afford?" If you're a seasoned buyer who has already been through the process ...

There are certain steps it pays to take when you embark on a home search. You should spend some time interviewing real estate agents, make a wish list of the home features you're looking for, and get ...

To qualify for an FHA loan, applicants must have a minimum credit score of 580 (or 500 with a 10% down payment), no recent bankruptcy or foreclosure, a debt-to-income ratio below 43%, residency in the ...

Someone just asked me how long a pre-approval on home loans should take. They want to know how much they are qualified for before they go house shopping. They have been waiting one and a half months ...

Jessica Gibson is a content update editor and writer for Investopedia. She has over 10 years of experience in digital publishing and three years of experience covering financial topics like insurance, ...