I refinanced out of an ARM a couple years back when rates started inching upward. Honestly, it wasn't the smoothest ride—not terrible, but not exactly...

I learned this the hard way when I bought my first place. Thought I'd save money by skipping the warranty and handling repairs myself—big mistake. Fir...

FHA loans can be a solid option, especially if you're struggling with the down payment. Quick heads-up though: they do come with mortgage insurance pr...