That’s pretty much my experience too—some lenders just won’t move on fees, no matter how much business you’re bringing them. I’ve had deals where I wa...

Credit unions have actually been my go-to for a couple of refis. They tend to lay out the fees in plain English, and I’ve found they’re more willing t...

Couldn't agree more with this. When I first started renting out my place, I thought I'd handle taxes myself—figured it couldn't be that complicated, r...

Good perspective, but have you considered the opportunity cost of putting extra money into your mortgage? I get the appeal of shortening the loan term...

Did upgrading your HVAC really solve the thermostat wars, though? I replaced mine last year, and my kids still mess with it constantly...maybe it's le...

Yeah, that's exactly why I don't put much stock in future developments. But here's a thought: how do you balance caution with opportunity? I mean, if ...