Richard Barrington
Recent Articles of Richard Barrington
How much of my income should my mortgage payment be?
Deciding how big a mortgage payment you can afford is too complicated to be based on a simple rule of thumb.
Which mortgage modification programs are for real?
Some tips from the government about avoiding scams associated with mortgage modification programs.
Are housing prices and mortgage rates too high now?
Both housing prices and mortgage rates climbed in 2013, but both enter 2014 at reasonable levels when viewed in a historical context.
Did the Fed just kill low mortgage rates?
Though slight, a recent change in Fed policy could signal bigger changes to come in mortgage rates.
Are ARMs a good refinancing option?
As tempting as low initial ARM rates may be, homeowners should understand the risks before refinancing into these loans.
