Kim Porter
Kim Porter
ContributorKim was formerly a freelance contributor to Moneywise who has also written for *U.S. News & World Report*, Bankrate and HerMoney, among others.
Kim was formerly a freelance contributor to Moneywise who has also written for *U.S. News & World Report*, Bankrate and HerMoney, among others.
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Mortgages • Feb 17
HELOC vs. home equity loan
Having equity in your home can be a source of funds for debt consolidation or renovations. Here's how to choose between a HELOC and a home equity loan.
Mortgages • Feb 17
HELOC vs. home equity loan
Having equity in your home can be a source of funds for debt consolidation or renovations. Here's how to choose between a HELOC and a home equity loan.
Mortgages • Jun 05
Money savers many homeowners don't think about
You may be missing out on saving hundreds, thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars.
Mortgages • Jun 05
Money savers many homeowners don't think about
You may be missing out on saving hundreds, thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars.
Mortgages • Jun 03
Is buying points on a mortgage a good idea?
You can buy points on a mortgage to get a lower interest rate. But is it worth it?
Mortgages • Jun 03
Is buying points on a mortgage a good idea?
You can buy points on a mortgage to get a lower interest rate. But is it worth it?
Mortgages • Jun 03
Factors that affect mortgage rates in the USA
Will rates go higher or lower? These five things weigh most heavily on the answer.
Mortgages • Jun 03
Factors that affect mortgage rates in the USA
Will rates go higher or lower? These five things weigh most heavily on the answer.
Mortgages • Jun 02
Will mortgage rates move higher or lower?
Mortgage rates and home sales are likely to stay interesting in the fourth quarter.
Mortgages • Jun 02
Will mortgage rates move higher or lower?
Mortgage rates and home sales are likely to stay interesting in the fourth quarter.
Mortgages • Feb 14
Ways to Slash the Cost of Your Mortgage Refinance
A refi can come with thousands of dollars in closing costs, but you can lower that tab.
Mortgages • Feb 14
Ways to Slash the Cost of Your Mortgage Refinance
A refi can come with thousands of dollars in closing costs, but you can lower that tab.
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