Buying a first residence in a major city: can it be done? [more inside]
posted by cranberrymonger on Apr 13, 2009 - 15 answers

How and when do I "shop" a mortgage? (first-time buyer questions inside) [more inside]
posted by escher on Jan 2, 2008 - 12 answers

You can use your Roth IRA for your first time home purchase (up to 10k). However, you must have the account open for 5 years. How is account defined? [more inside]
posted by InvestorMD on Dec 20, 2007 - 5 answers

Do most people try negotiating near the end of a teaser rate? [more inside]
posted by acoutu on Jun 18, 2007 - 4 answers

How can I estimate what the mortgage payment on a commercial building loan will be? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt on Dec 4, 2006 - 7 answers

I have recently acquired a commercial property. I want to obtain a line of credit against the down payment I put on the property. Obviously, I have not done this in the past. But, I envision the transaction being similar to a home equity line of credit. Is there anyone out there that can point me to the right direction. FYI, the commercial property was acquired via a new LLC of which I own 100%.
posted by yorja on Jun 2, 2006 - 3 answers

I own a condo with a mortgage and tax deductions and equity. SO moving in. How do we split expenses fairly? Many other questions about financial logistics. [more inside]
posted by commander_cool on Feb 13, 2006 - 20 answers

I'm moving to New York City, and I need help deciding what to do with my condo. Should I lease it? Sell it? [more inside]
posted by dansays on Dec 27, 2005 - 8 answers

How/where can one find average home-sale prices (and other related data) for regions or towns or neighbourhoods in cities, in Canada? [more inside]
posted by stavrosthewonderchicken on Oct 11, 2005 - 8 answers

I just read an interesting article regarding long term mortgages. Basically fixed rate, 30 yrs = Good. 15 year = bad. What are some counterpoints to this argument. Drawbacks to long term mortgages? Advantages to paying it off early? [more inside]
posted by rschroed on Apr 25, 2005 - 20 answers