One of the biggest purchases a person can make is buying a home. Buying a new home is typically an excellent long-term investment; once the mortgage is paid off, you are left with a high-value asset under your name.
by Matin VarshochiThe Black homeownership gap has increased by more than 30% since the height of the pandemic. That is higher than it was 60 years ago when racial discrimination in housing was legal.
by Sha'Kreshia TerrellAre you preparing to buy a home? Here are seven tips to help you save for a down payment.
by Shaun MorganOwning an investment property can help you earn incremental cash, increase savings on your tax return and build generational wealth. Read on to learn the four key steps for beginners to buy an investment property.
by Pam HillSince the COVID-19 pandemic, the housing market has continued to rise in value, although the economy has been in a recession. With the fear and uncertainty of the pandemic, many began purchasing homes, ultimately raising the average house price.
by Matin VarshochiBuying a home is a big deal, so it is important to be financially prepared in advance. Here are nine steps to take to prepare yourself to become a homeowner.
by Shaun MorganDuring the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the rental market experienced lower prices due to the economic downturn. However, since the pandemic’s worst days are over, monthly rents are back on the rise.
by Matin VarshochiHaving a day job and becoming a real estate investor isn't an either-or proposition. Dive into this article to learn more on how they can both be done successfully.
by Pam HillThe current student loan debt in the United States is $1.7 trillion. However, there are many options to get through college without student loans. Below are five tips to help you graduate college without student loan debt.
by Shaun MorganOn Wednesday, May 4, 2022, the Federal Reserve Bank announced they will be raising interest rates by a half-point. The rising rates have been at their highest point in more than 20 years, and the increased rates have caused the stock market to go into a frenzy, with the S&P 500 dropping by 3.5% the following day.
by Matin VarshochiMaking the transition from college to a career can be challenging. But most people make some huge mistakes while making this transition. Here's how to make a seamless transition.
by Shaun MorganYour credit score is used by lenders to determine your credit risk when it comes to borrowing money. The higher your credit score, generally speaking, the more you'll be able to borrow, and the lower your interest rate. That can save you thousands of dollars over the life of your loan. So, if you're looking to purchase a home, read on to learn how to optimize your credit score.
by Pam HillThe historical event being reviewed is the Dotcom Bubble, which plummeted tech stocks of various companies, some of which are still around today. Between 1995 and 2000, the NASDAQ Composite Index, which tracks most of the stocks traded on its stock exchange, rose by 582%.
by Sheena AllenDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, there was high economic turmoil. To help keep the economy going, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) determined that it was a good idea to lower interest rates to an all-time low.
by Nailah Herbert