Resources for Austin residents impacted by severe winter storm
The Austin-Travis County Emergency Operations Center has released several resources for the many Austinites still feeling the effects of the February 2021 severe winter storm.
Program to help low-income Austin homeowners with winter storm repairs
The City of Austin is launching an Emergency Home Repair initiative to assist low-income homeowners repair widespread damages due to the February 2021 severe winter storm.
5 factors that affect home insurance rates
Shop around to see if your home insurance rate can be cheaper.
Berkeley ends more than 100-year-old single-family zoning policy
Berkeley was the first city in the country to enact single-family zoning more than 100 years ago. Opponents of single-family zoning say it was used to exclude people of color from moving into certain neighborhoods.
80 acre cattle ranch bordering Area 51 for sale - including mailbox sought out by alien enthusiasts
For $4.5 million you can be the owner of a cattle ranch in the beautiful Nevada desert overlooking the infamous Area 51 military base.
Massive cleanup effort begins to help homeowners recover from damage
Homeowners in Bastrop, Hays, Travis and Williamson counties will be able to request help with removing fallen trees, limbs, and other storm-related damage.
139-year-old San Francisco home rolls to new address
A 139-year-old Victorian house in San Francisco was loaded onto giant dollies and moved Sunday to a new location six blocks away.
Insurance Council of Texas provides advice on handling weather damage
The Insurance Council of Texas provided some advice to FOX 7 Austin on what to do concerning damage from busted pipes and downed trees.
Radiant Plumbing offers advice on what to do if pipes burst
If your pipes burst it could be some time before a plumber can get out to fix it. Here's some advice if it's happened to you.
You can refinance your home with no closing costs — but there's a major downside
A no closing cost mortgage refinance may sound appealing on the surface, but this type of refinance may not truly save you money in the long run. Learn how a no closing cost mortgage refinance works and how to determine whether it's right for you.
Mortgage underwriting process — how does it work?
Mortgage underwriting doesn't have to be a confusing part of the loan approval process. Here's what you need to know about it.
3 signs you should refinance your mortgage right now
Thanks to historically low interest rates, there’s never been a better time to do a mortgage refinance. But how do you know if refinancing is the right move for you?
What type of home insurance do you need when selling a house?
What to know about insurance coverage before you list your home.
6 ways to improve your odds of getting a low mortgage refinance rate
With interest rates set at historical low levels through 2022, now may be an ideal time to consider refinancing your mortgage. Follow these tips to secure the lowest rate possible.
Should I pay off debt before buying a house?
Consumers can buy a home even if they have credit card debt, but take these financial steps to do it wisely.
Beware of these 4 home and auto insurance scams
Insurance scams are on the rise. Here’s what you need to know to play it safe.
Property owners: Eviction moratoriums may not be best way to help renters
Last week, President Joe Biden extended a federal eviction ban through March.
Refinancing an FHA loan? Here's everything you need to know
Did you know that it's possible to refinance an FHA loan? Here’s what you need to know before you take the plunge.
Pros and cons of a cash-out mortgage refinance
Like any financial move, doing a cash-out refinance has its pros and cons. Here's what you need to know before getting started.
Should you refinance with your current mortgage lender?
If you want to save the most money, talk to multiple lenders.