How much of my income should I spend on a mortgage?
Every borrower’s situation is different, but there are at least two schools of thought.
4 min read
Jan 26, 2022
Jennifer Bradley Franklin is a multi-platform journalist and author, often covering finance, real estate, travel, food, design, beauty and celebrities. Jennifer loves helping readers feel confident in making financial and real estate decisions by serving up experts who make things simple.
In addition to writing for Bankrate, her work is featured in Conde Nast Traveler, USA Today, Bon Appetit, Food Network, Architectural Digest, People, Delta Sky and others. She's also the proud co-author of the 2016 book "Make it ZERO: The Movement to Safeguard Every Child," in which she wrote about poverty, hunger and other social issues facing America’s youth. Jennifer has a journalism degree from the University of Georgia's Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, and she's proudly based in Atlanta. When she’s not discovering a far-flung destination, Jennifer loves exploring the terrific restaurants in her hometown and never minds taking a detour for an exceptional cup of coffee.
Jennifer Bradley's Latest Articles
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How to make an offer on a house: 7 steps
Learn what to include an offer to buy a house to get your bid noticed.
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Renting vs. buying a home: Which is right for you?
Want to buy a home? Or keep renting? We give you some pluses and minuses.
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8 simple ways to add curb appeal to your home
Here are eight projects that can boost the curb appeal around your home.
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10 ways to get the best HELOC rate
Know what to watch for to get a top offer on a home equity line of credit.
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What to know about mortgage prequalification
Getting prequalified for mortgage is different from a mortgage preapproval.
4 min read Jun 02, 2021 -
FHA credit score: What you need to know about FHA loan requirements
We tell you what’s needed to get a mortgage under this government program.
3 min read May 19, 2021 -
What renovations add the most value to a home?
You’ll get your money’s worth and appeal to buyers with these remodeling projects.
4 min read May 18, 2021