Kacie Goff

1 week ago | cnet.com | Kacie Goff |Troy Mensen

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that supports a healthy immune system and bolsters our bones, brains and more. Last year, a meta-analysis published in July also linked vitamin D to maintaining cardiovascular health. It's specifically said to offer, "overall beneficial effects on blood pressure, blood lipid levels and glycemic parameters." This was especially the case in non-Westerners, participants with lower vitamin D levels, those with a BMI under 30 and adults aged 50 and older.

1 week ago | kptv.com | Kacie Goff

If you’re getting ready to buy a house, you have a lot of decisions to make. The same way that you can explore types of properties, you can — and should — explore different types of mortgages. The two most popular kinds of mortgages are conventional loans and FHA loans. While they have many similarities, they also have different qualifications that make them better fits for different types of borrowers. Here’s how to choose between the two loan types.

1 week ago | kktv.com | Kacie Goff

Key takeaways FHA loans and conventional loans are both issued by private lenders, but FHA loans are insured by the federal government, and conventional loans are not. Due to their federal backing, FHA loans have more lenient criteria, so they’re better suited for borrowers with lower credit scores. Conventional loans require a higher credit score and stronger financials, but also come with lower costs, less stringent home appraisals and cancellable mortgage insurance.

1 week ago | cbs4local.com | Kacie Goff

FHA vs. conventional loans: What’s the difference? by Kacie GoffThu, May 1st 2025 at 11:30 AMDavid Papazian/ Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate

1 week ago | newschannel9.com | Kacie Goff

Key takeawaysFHA loans and conventional loans are both issued by private lenders, but FHA loans are insured by the federal government, and conventional loans are not. Due to their federal backing, FHA loans have more lenient criteria, so they’re better suited for borrowers with lower credit scores. Conventional loans require a higher credit score and stronger financials, but also come with lower costs, less stringent home appraisals and cancellable mortgage insurance.