Homeownership Advice - PrimeLending Blog

Mandy Jordan
November 6, 2026
Buying a Home

Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time? You Have Options.

You're ready for your next home. There's just one problem: you still own your current…

Mandy Jordan
November 6, 2026
Buying a Home

Why Do Mortgage Rates Keep Changing? Here’s What Homebuyers Can Do About It.

If you've been watching mortgage rates lately, you may feel like you're trying to hit…

Mandy Jordan
October 28, 2026
Buying a Home

What Should I Look at Besides the Mortgage Rate?

When you’re shopping for a mortgage, it’s natural to focus on the interest rate. After…

Mandy Jordan
October 20, 2026
Buying a Home

Think Getting a Mortgage Is Out of Reach Because You’re Self-Employed? Think Again.

Not everyone earns a living through a traditional 9-to-5 job with the same paycheck every…

Mandy Jordan
October 13, 2026
Buying a Home

Rent vs. Own: Are You Comparing the Whole Financial Picture?

Does it make more sense to rent or own a home?There’s no universal answer. Renting…

Mandy Jordan
October 7, 2026
Buying a Home

The Fixer-Upper Advantage: Buy for Less. Make It Yours.

When you picture your next home, you probably have a wish list: the right neighborhood,…

Mandy Jordan
September 23, 2026
Buying a Home

How Much House Can I Afford? Start With the Monthly Payment

If you’ve been wondering, “How much house can I afford?” it’s tempting to start with…

Mandy Jordan
September 21, 2026
Homeownership Tips

When Was the Last Time You Reviewed Your Mortgage?

You probably review your insurance, retirement accounts, subscriptions and monthly budget from time to time.But…

Construction Loans: How Financing a New Home Build Works

You’ve toured the homes. You’ve scrolled through the listings. But everything seems to be missing…

3 Tips to Win a Bidding War on a House

Few things are more disappointing than losing a home in a bidding war. In today’s…

admin
March 26, 2026
Buying a Home

How to Protect Yourself from Mortgage Wire Fraud

Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones. It should feel exciting, rewarding and…

10 Questions to ask your mortgage lender

admin
March 24, 2026
Buying a Home

8 Questions to Ask Your Lender

Eight Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Lender Purchasing a home may be the biggest investment…

Down Payment Assistance Explained

For many first-time homebuyers, the big question isn’t “Do I want to own a home,”…

Becky B.
January 26, 2026
Homeownership Tips

What to Do After You Get a Mortgage: A First-Time Homebuyer Guide

Buying your first home is exciting, but it often comes with a new kind of…

Becky B.
December 2, 2025
Homeownership Tips

Set Yourself Up for a Strong 2026: Your Simple December Financial Plan for Home and Life Goals

December always brings a familiar mix of joy and chaos that can leave you asking,…

PRIMELENDING A PLAINSCAPITAL COMPANY^®, PRIMELENDING^®, HOME LOANS MADE SIMPLE^®, DISCOVER YOUR BEST^®, NEIGHBORHOODEDGE^®, LOANTELLIGENCE^SM and LOANPLICITY^® are trademarks, service marks, or registered trademarks or service marks of Hilltop Holdings Inc., licensed to PrimeLending, a Plains Capital Company, for its use. You may not use, display or reproduce them without the prior written consent of Hilltop Holdings Inc. and PrimeLending. Further, you may not remove, obscure, or otherwise modify any copyright, trademark, confidentiality or other proprietary rights notices displayed on, embedded in, or otherwise appearing in any Content offered by, viewed on, or received through this site. All other trademarks identified and contained herein are the property of their respective owners and their use herein does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of their products or services.

In accordance with Section 326 of the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001, PrimeLending NMLS: 13649 is required to obtain a copy of the documents used in identifying our new account customers. This notice is being provided to you for adequate notice given under this act.

Homeownership Tips