Dock David Treece is a former licensed investment advisor and member of the FINRA Small Firm Advisory Board. His focus is on breaking down complex financial topics so readers can make informed ...

Many buyers can qualify for a conventional mortgage with as little as 3% down. On a $400,000 home, that's only $12,000.

Time and again, potential homeowners tell me, “I can’t qualify for a mortgage.” Let us not confuse “qualifying” with affordability in high priced Southern California. Some folks can qualify for a shoe ...

The new phone books are here, the new phone books are here! Oh, wait a minute. The new conventional conforming loan limits are here! The new conventional conforming loan limits are here! True, lenders ...