Filing for bankruptcy doesn’t have to put a damper on your home buying dream—at least not for long. Lenders are easing up on requirements and opening the door for bankruptcy filers to get back into a home far sooner than they’d been able to in the past. In fact, the average waiting period is two years. In this article, you’ll learn about common mortgage loans … Continue reading When Can I Get a Mortgage After Bankruptcy?

7 Steps to Prepping Your Credit for Buying a Home As the housing market heats up and more consumers consider buying a home, it’s important to consider the role that your credit score plays in your ability to secure a mortgage. Conventional mortgage lenders will typically want a FICO score of at least 720, or in some cases 740, but those with a score above 580 may still qualify … Continue reading

Give your cabinets a makeover with new hardware and paint SUNSET 1 of 8 Cabinet makeover, step 1: Remove hardware The first step in refinishing your kitchen cabinets is to remove all the hardware with a screwdriver or drill. If you’re reusing the hinges or pulls, store them in ziplock bags with a note indicating where each set came from. Set up some tables or … Continue reading How to Refinish Kitchen Cabinets