Personal Finance Advice and Commentary

Friday, May 03, 2013 1:10 pm
By Polyana da Costa · Bankrate.com

“No pets allowed” is not an excuse landlords can use to prevent renters with disabilities from moving in with a service animal.

Friday, March 01, 2013 4:29 pm
By Polyana da Costa · Bankrate.com

Thousands could lose access to free housing counseling.

Monday, July 02, 2012 5:55 pm
By Jennie L. Phipps · Bankrate.com

A reverse mortgage is a complex financial transaction, so approach one cautiously and get expert help making a decision.

Thursday, June 02, 2011 4:52 pm
By Polyana da Costa · Bankrate.com

Who says you can’t have a baby and get a mortgage at the same time? Some lenders and mortgage insurance companies do. Federal law prohibits housing discrimination in sales, rental, and lending based on a person’s sex or familial status. According to HUD, that includes pregnancy. But some companies don’t seem to understand that. Stories