Chris Birk

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A former journalist and author of “The Book on VA Loans: An Essential Guide to Maximizing Your Home Loan Benefits,” Chris Birk is also content development director for Veterans United.

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What Happens if I Stop Paying My Mortgage?
What Happens If I Stop Paying My Mortgage?
Homeowners who stop paying their mortgage do so for a host of rea... read more

July 15, 2014

Mortgages

5 Tips to Win a Bidding War for Your New Home
5 Tips to Win a Bidding War for Your New Home
Housing inventory hit a nearly two-year high last month, with 2.2... read more

June 30, 2014

Mortgages

How Long Does it Take to Buy a Home?
How Long Does it Take to Buy a Home?
Consumers considering a home purchase often want to get a handle ... read more

June 16, 2014

Mortgages

4 Things Homebuyers Should Never Say
4 Things Homebuyers Should Never Say
You don’t need to be a world-class negotiator to nab a great de... read more

May 19, 2014

Mortgages

4 Credit Mistakes New Homeowners Make
4 Credit Mistakes New Homeowners Make
Homebuyers often spend considerable effort padding and polishing ... read more

May 12, 2014

Credit 101

What a $200,000 Mortgage Can Cost You
What a $200,000 Mortgage Will Cost You
Mortgages aren’t one-size-fits-all products. Loan types and len... read more

April 10, 2014

Mortgages