How to Get a Mortgage in 2017

PLUS: The Best Places to Travel in January and The NBA Teams With the Most Die-Hard Fans   [HOME BUYING] |  [REFINANCE] |  [TAXESÂ] |  [INVESTING]     The Latest From SmartReads     Your Financial Checklist for Getting a Mortgage in the New Year Prepare to Make the Leap to Homeownership     Since the Federal Reserve decided to raise interest rates during its December meeting, [mortgage rates] may rise in 2017. Even if rates don't increase substantially, taking on a home loan could become more expensive. If you're interested in buying a home in the new year, here's what you can do now to improve your chances of getting approved for a mortgage loan...   [Read More]    The Best Places to Travel in January     The NBA Teams With the Most Die-Hard Fans    January is a prime time to get away. Whether you want to hit the slopes or soak up some sun, here are some of the best places to travel in January...    What makes a die-hard NBA fan? Is it always showing up? Being willing to pay for expensive tickets? We ranked the NBA teams with the most dedicated fans by...   [Read More] [Read More]   Buying a home is hard. We can help by answering these questions: [1. How much house can I afford?] [6. Will my taxes change after buying?] [2. Should I buy or rent?] [7. How do I get the lowest mortgage?] [3. How much can I borrow?] [8. Do I qualify for a FHA Mortgage?] [4. Will this home appreciate?] [9. What will my closing costs be?] [5. Which neighborhood is best?] [10. How much is my house worth?]   [More Questions]   Can't wait for the next email? SmartAsset keeps you up-to-date on personal finance news, financial literacy terms and data-driven studies with daily posts. Check out the latest from our editorial team:   [SmartReads]   [www.smartasset.com] 36 W 20th Street 3rd Floor | New York City | New York | 10011         [footer image] This email was sent to [{EMAIL}] [why did I get this?]     [unsubscribe from this list]     [update subscription preferences] SmartAsset · 36 W 20th Street 3rd Floor · New York City · New York · 10011 [www.smartasset.com] [Click here to view the online version.] --UNSUBSCRIBE_ALT--[google analytics]                                                                                Â