Should you get an adjustable-rate mortgage?
Although ARMs are buzzy again, the risk hasn’t changed.
David McMillin is a contributor to Bankrate covering personal finance, including mortgages, real estate, student loans and auto loans. From budgeting tips for individuals to funding strategies for aspiring business owners, his goal is simple: to help readers figure out how to save more and stress less. As a musician, he has spent a lot of time worrying about money, as well, and he applies the lessons he’s learned from that financial balancing act to offer practical advice for personal spending decisions.
McMillin studied writing at DePauw University. He is based in Chicago and loves to discover new places. He only needs to visit four more states (Alaska, Oklahoma, Utah and Vermont) to check all 50 off his list.
Although ARMs are buzzy again, the risk hasn’t changed.
How much money you keep at home depends on your personal situation, including your need for cash in everyday life as well as in an emergency situation. Some experts recommend keeping a minimal amount of [...]
Unless you’re winning on a regular basis, it might be tough to use sports betting income to qualify for a mortgage.
When you sell a house, various fees and expenses can eat into your profits.
Here’s everything to know about buying land for your dream house.
There are many ways to find out the owner of a home (often for free!).
Small business owners often have ways they can reduce costs.
What’s the average home size in the U.S., and how has it evolved?