Author: Tendayi Kapfidze
States where homeowners are slammed with the highest property taxes
How much you end up paying in property taxes can vary significantly depending on a variety of factors — from how much your home is worth …
Here’s where US homeowners are slammed with the highest property taxes
Though it was pushed back due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the May 17 tax filing deadline has finally passed. If you’re a homeowner, that means you’re …
These are the cities where home refinancing is easiest
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The 25 most popular cities for millennial homebuyers
Millennials make up the largest group of homebuyers in the United States, surpassing members of older (and richer) generations like Generation X and baby boomers. And …
America’s 50 most expensive small towns
The town-and-country lifestyle is often depicted as simple, idyllic and inexpensive when compared with big-city living, especially when it comes to housing costs. But is this …
The most popular cities for Gen Z homebuyers
Some Gen Zers are looking to buy homes Despite the ongoing economic turmoil wrought by the COVID-19 outbreak, many members of Generation Z (born after 1996) …
How race affects homeownership in the largest US cities
LendingTree, the nation’s leading online loan marketplace, has examined how race impacts homeownership rates in the nation’s 50 largest metros. This study, similar to another piece we …
Here’s where homebuyers are getting squeezed the most
You’ll often hear the common rule of thumb that the price of a home shouldn’t exceed three times your annual income. This can help homebuyers avoid …
Here’s how refinancing your mortgage can help the economy
The mortgage industry had a pretty good start to the year as rates fell and refinancing activity tripled compared to early 2019. However, as reported cases …
Here’s where Black homebuyers are most likely to be denied a mortgage
Racial barriers to homeownership in the U.S. are an undeniable reality for many, with Black Americans often facing the most obstacles when it comes to the …
Ranked: The average monthly mortgage payment in every state
With mortgage debt at record levels, paying off a home can be expensive. This is especially true in recent weeks as the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has …
The 50 most expensive towns in America
Town life is often stereotyped as simple, idyllic and inexpensive when compared with big-city life — but this doesn’t always ring true. In fact, there are …
25 cities where the housing market has recovered most since 2009
When the real estate bubble burst in late 2008, many Americans saw their home values fall drastically, but a lot has changed in the 10 years …
These cities have the highest home vacancy rates
Vacant homes can come in many different shapes and sizes — and conditions. They are often stereotyped as dilapidated houses with crumbling foundations and boarded-up windows. …
30 metro areas where it’s cheaper to rent than buy
Finding a place to live can be challenging — and so can choosing between renting or buying a home. Each option has its advantages and disadvantages. …
These are the cities where homeowners stay put longest
A lack of supply has been a persistent buyers’ challenge in the housing market since the financial crisis. There are not enough houses on the market, …
These are the best & worst cities for first-time homebuyers
It’s hard out there for a first-time homebuyer. Although the national housing market is beginning to cool and prices are beginning to fall, it can still …
The average mortgage rate in every state
Housing markets can vary significantly across the United States — and so can mortgage terms. A potential homebuyer in one state might be able to get …
The most & least competitive housing markets in 2019
Although the national housing market has recently begun to cool off, there are still many places in the United States where markets remain highly competitive. LendingTree, …
Homeownership is more common among single women than single men
In much of the United States, single women are outpacing single men when it comes to homeownership. This trend may be somewhat surprising given that the …
Here’s how buying a house affects your credit score
A house is the biggest purchase most people make in their lifetime, with the accompanying mortgage being their largest financial transaction. Most people know that they …