Refinancing
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Net Metering: Is It Worth It?
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Net Metering: Is It Worth It? Discover how net metering can reduce bills, its environmental impact, and potential challenges.
Net metering has become a hot topic for homeowners and businesses looking to reduce energy bills while supporting renewable energy. The concept is simple: generate your own electricity, usually through solar panels, and send any excess power back to the grid in exchange for credits. These credits can then offset the cost of electricity you use when...
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Refinancing
More Good Uses for a Cash-Out Refi (and One Bad Use)
The cash from a cash-out refinance can put you on stable footing to make smart moves with your money.
Buying a Home
How You Can Avoid Paying PMI
Putting 20% down is the surefire way to avoid PMI, but here are three other ways.
News & Views
Higher Rates, Lower Prices. The Housing Market Course Correction Is Here.
As sellers scramble, buyers suddenly find themselves in the catbird seat.
Buying a Home
Silver Linings Playbook: Why Higher Rates Are Actually Good for Homebuyers
It’s counterintuitive, sure. It also just so happens to be true.
Solar News
Will Biden’s Plan Really Cut 30% Off the Cost of Solar?
The White House claims Build Back Better will do just that.
Solar Basics
Can You Add a Battery to Your Existing Solar Energy System?
Everything you need to know about adding a battery after the fact.
Energy Saving Tips
4 Little Projects to Cut Energy Costs Throughout the House
Green guru shares money-saving tips from basement to attic.
Green Living
Is 2022 the Year of Going Off-Grid With Solar?
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to make it happen.
Solar Basics
Solar Panels vs. Natural Disasters
How do renewable energy systems fare when confronted by Mother Nature?
Mortgage Refinance
What a Smart Cash-Out Refi Looks Like
3 features of a cash-out refinance that indicate you are making a wise move.
Mortgage Refinance
Is Now Still a Good Time to Refinance a Mortgage?
What borrowers need to know.
Getting Started
How to Compare Mortgage Loan Estimates
Interest rate is not the only detail to focus on when comparing home loans.
Home Loan
What You Need to Know About Your Mortgage Rate-Shopping Window
It's all about your FICO score!
Mortgage Refinance
5 Mortgage Refinance Tips That Save Time and Money
What all borrowers need to know.
Home Loan
2021 Mortgage Interest Rate Forecast
The low-rate window is coming to a close!
Getting Started
5 Household Expenses You Cut Right Now, Easily
Because you can think of better uses for your hard-earned money.
Mortgage Refinance
Does Unemployment Affect Your Credit Score?
How unemployment can't—and can—affect your credit score.
Mortgage Refinance
The Risks and Rewards of Locking In Your Mortgage Rate
Locking in a low rate seems like a simple decision, but is there a catch?
Home Equity
The 3 Best and 3 Worst Ways to Use Your Home Equity
Protect your hard-earned investment!
