If you know that homeownership is right for you and your finances, you’re facing an uphill battle in this market. But, there are ways you can win— if you’re thoughtful about your mortgage strategy. So today, Nicoles gives you her two-part mortgage cheat code that ultimately shrinks the amount you’ll pay for your house by the time it’s really yours.
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Mar 4
Legendary Venture Capitalist Bill Gurley on the AI Bubble, Why IPOs Feel Rigged and How to Find Your Dream Job
Bill Gurley is a Wall Street and Silicon Valley legend. He’s the analyst who led the Amazon IPO and went on to become one of the most successful VCs of all time and an early investor in Uber, Zillow, and GrubHub. Today, he joins Nicole to answer the biggest questions on investors ... Show More
54m 35s
Mar 2
Trump Wants to Cap Credit Card Interest at 10%. Here's What That Actually Means for You.
President Trump wants to cap credit card interest rates at 10%, and if you're one of the millions of Americans drowning in credit card debt, that sounds like a dream. But Nicole breaks down why this proposal might not be the hero story it seems, and what you should actually be do ... Show More
10m 44s
Sep 2023
1078 - How to Get a Preapproval Mortgage by Jacqueline DeMarco
When you’re in the market for a new property, one of the first things you’ll want to do is apply for a mortgage preapproval. This process can help you determine your budget, refine your house-hunting efforts, and give you an edge in a competitive market.
Let’s walk through the b ... Show More
13m 54s
Mar 2021
177: Putting Yourself in the Best Financial Position as a First Time Home Buyer with Scott and Mindy
It’s hard being a first time home buyer, especially if you don’t have any experience with real estate, property values, or market appreciation. You may be wondering how you’ll be able to buy a home that will help increase your net worth, or at least, not shrink it. Scott and Mind ... Show More
1h 17m
Apr 2022
674 - 8 Steps to Prepare Your Finances for Homeownership
<p>Are you ready for homeownership? Find out if buying a home is right for you, how much you can afford, ways to save for a down payment, and tips to get an affordable mortgage. The more you know about the home buying process and prepare your finances it, the cheaper and less str ... Show More
28m 6s
Feb 2019
Get the Right Mortgage for you with Brian Faux + Ask Shannah
Shopping for a house is a lot of fun. Getting a mortgage is not. Until recently, getting a mortgage to buy a house has been a hassle, full of stress, paperwork, and a lot of money that trades hands. Thankfully, technology and some ingenuity are changing the game. Brian Faux from ... Show More
43m 19s
Jan 2024
1194 - What Is a Mortgage Default? By Samantha Hawrylack
Borrowing a mortgage is a big responsibility. When you’re an investor, lenders take serious precautions to ensure you can afford it, but many borrowers still default.
A mortgage default can greatly hurt your credit and future chances of purchasing real estate, even for your own u ... Show More
10m 43s
Oct 2023
826: 5 Steps to Get ANY Home Offer Accepted (WITHOUT Being the Highest Bidder) w/Christian Bachelder and Lindsey Iskierka
The 2023 housing market may be the “toughest real estate market” we’ve ever experienced. But, after this episode, we bet your home offer will get accepted, even during a wild seller’s market, even if you’re not offering the highest bid, and EVEN if this is your first time buying ... Show More
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