How your credit score affects your mortgage
Can you qualify for a mortgage? You might want to check your credit score. Learn how lenders handle your credit score and how you can improve it.
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Can you qualify for a mortgage? You might want to check your credit score. Learn how lenders handle your credit score and how you can improve it.
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The launch of Fannie Mae’s RefiNow program helps homeowners cut back on their interest rate and monthly payments. Find out if you qualify.
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Learn everything about the mortgage loan closing process including timelines, reasons why closings are delayed, and when your first mortgage payment is due.
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Mortgage News: More homeowners are planning to sell within the year, but the market is moving faster than ever. Can buying online help you get ahead of the competition?
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From instant pre-approval letters to eliminating unnecessary costs, here’s how digital lenders make homebuying more convenient, transparent, and speedy.
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Learn how to calculate your homebuying budget, see how much you can afford to spend on a down payment, and use these tips to jumpstart your savings.
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Low-income homeowners who were previously denied a mortgage refinance may now qualify through RefiNow™. You may save up to $3k/yr by lowering your monthly costs.
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Mortgage News: Home equity is at an all-time high, and 17.8 million homeowners have a good chance of cashing out.
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Mortgage News: With increasing competition and a shortage of supply, bidding wars have become typical—but there are tactics buyers can use to strengthen their offer.
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Not getting caught up in the emotions of a competitive market is key to avoiding buyer’s remorse and successfully navigating bidding wars.
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Mortgage News: Homebuying is more competitive than ever this year, with a surge in speedy, virtual sales, new construction homes, and a widening supply gap.
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Mortgages aren’t one-size-fits-all. To help you assess your options, learn all about understanding different home financing options.
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Mortgage News: New homes now take up a record high portion of the market, and they may be more affordable than existing homes.
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Understanding how property taxes work can help you decide which home to buy, what home improvements to make, or uncover tax breaks/credits you could apply for.
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Should you apply for a digital mortgage? Online lenders offer a wide range of benefits for homebuyers and refinancers who are looking to save time and money.
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Sellers are driving the market, but first-time buyers can still find success if they stay open to compromise and work with agents who set proper expectations.
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Your down payment is the biggest upfront cost of your mortgage. Learn about down payment requirements and other best practices.
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Mortgage News: Mortgage rates have dropped for the third week in a row, and homeowners are likely jumping on the opportunity to refinance at a lower rate.
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Is that home really for sale? Learn what it means when you see "contingent" vs "pending" next to a real estate listing—and when you can still put in an offer.
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Trying to decide between a fixed-rate mortgage and an adjustable-rate mortgage? Here’s the difference, and how to figure out which home loan is right for you.
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