Articles by Tendayi Kapfidze
Study: The Cost of Foreclosure in 2019
September 4, 2019
LendingTree study assesses how foreclosure affects borrowing costs. The strong housing market — with home prices rising for seven years on the back of an... read more
Swimming Pools Are a Highly Prized Amenity Amid the Summer Heat
August 21, 2019
New LendingTree study finds homes with pools are valued 54% higher than those without. Swimming pools are a rare commodity in New York City. Public... read more
Borrowers can save over $1,800 by shopping their mortgage refinance across multiple lenders, LendingTree study finds
May 23, 2019
Homeowners are often surprised that they have to pay so much money in fees when they close on their mortgage refinance. Much like when you... read more
Homeownership in the Nation’s Largest Metros Is an Achievable Goal for the Majority of the Middle Class
April 30, 2019
Americans frequently hear about issues that impact the “middle class.” Unfortunately, while the term might be an easy buzzword for politicians and their campaigns to... read more
LendingTree Study Finds New Home Equity Loans Do Not Significantly Alter Credit Scores
March 13, 2019
Home prices in the United States have rebounded to new highs since the financial crisis. As a result, American homeowners are sitting on the largest... read more