Diana Tello, Real Estate

09/28/2019

With increasing 'gig' and self-employed workers, it's high time the lending industry caught up.

Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae now use optical character recognition technology to speed up the approval process for freelancers.

09/28/2019

Don't kibosh a deal for your potential home over poor etiquette.

Here are some home-buying etiquette rules home buyers should keep in mind to avoid rubbing home sellers, real estate agents, and others the wrong way.

09/27/2019

The answer to this question is not straightforward, but this video provides some clarity.

You can use the equity in your home to get a home equity line of credit. Subsequently, you can use the funds to pay of your mortgage early while then using t...

09/27/2019

You won't believe how small of an investment you need to start your real estate portfolio.

Spreadsheets, calculations and a five-year plan are important. But the first step is committing to your goal.

09/26/2019

DiversyFund lets you invest in real estate for as little as $500.

09/26/2019

It's important to know where your credit stands, and what's expected, prior to applying for a mortgage.

Hint: it's higher than before the housing bust of 2008.

09/25/2019

Don't let dirt and bacteria fester in these often neglected areas.

You've got your weekly cleaning routine down pat. But it's all too easy to overlook these things that also need a scrubbing every now and then.

09/25/2019

There's nothing wrong with using a co-signer on your mortgage, as long as you're both aware of what's involved.

Need a mortgage co-signer? That may be the case if you've found that perfect house, only to have lenders inform you that you don't qualify for a mortgage.

09/25/2019

If your credit score isn't where you need it to be, look at other options.

A few examples of non-traditional credit options for people applying for a mortgage

09/24/2019

Storing hand-me-downs is a great way to save money; here's how to do it without taking up too much storage.

The easiest way to create more space.

09/24/2019

What belongs in the U-Haul and what belongs in the car? Find out with this useful guide.

Don't miss these hot tips for what to pack and what not to when moving house. Most people make these common mistakes, make sure you're not one of them!

09/23/2019

Here's how recent buyers made their dreams of homeownership come true.

NAR data reveals some hopeful news: an overwhelming majority of successful buyers obtained a mortgage and made a down payment of less than 20 percent.