Tag: private mortgage

Mortgages

How Much to Put Down on a House

June 03, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Down payments for homes can vary widely, so start with a budget for mortgage and settling in costs.

Savings

How to Save Money for 2021 Milestones

December 21, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

Many financial milestone were put on hold in 2020, giving people more time to save. But how much money do you need and what’s the best way to save?

Mortgages

What to Know About the VA Home Loan

November 09, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

A VA loan can help the men and women who’ve served this country start the next chapter of their lives.

Mortgages

Explaining Mortgage Insurance

June 01, 2017. AAA Staff

Q. Can you explain mortgage insurance? A. Mortgage insurance, sometimes referred to as private mortgage insurance or PMI, protects lenders against borrowers who default on their loans. Any borrower who puts down less than 20 percent on a mortgage should expect to pay mortgage insurance, which is often paid on a monthly basis with other…