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Here’s how much home prices and average interest rates have risen since 1950.

A jumbo loan refinance is needed when you have a high mortgage balance. Learn about the qualifications, closing costs, and when it may be worth it.

If you’re looking for a home in a high-cost area or need to refinance a large mortgage balance, you may need a jumbo loan—here’s what you should know to get...

Appraisals have a big impact on your ability to buy a home, but can come with some personal bias. Find out how to make sure your appraisal runs smoothly.

Jumbo loans are mortgage loans that have a higher-than-normal balance. Here's what you need to know about securing this type of financing in 2021.

Builder confidence is rising, and new construction homes are in high demand. Find out what it takes to navigate the hot competition.

Jumbos are about the size of the loan, not the size of the home. See what a jumbo loan is, where you might need one, and how to avoid them...

Rates are close to the lows of September 2020, giving today’s homeowners a chance to save on a refinance before they’re expected to rise.

Rates are close to the lows of September 2020, giving today’s homebuyers a chance to save on their mortgage before they’re expected to rise.

Worried about extreme weather? You’re not alone. Here’s how to factor natural disasters into your real estate decisions.

Buy first or sell first? Learn the pros and cons of each option, the value of a good team, and how to have your cake and eat it, too.

With most lenders, the mortgage pre approval cost is free, won’t hurt your credit, and doesn’t commit you to a loan. Learn more and get started with our pre-approval guide.

Looking to buy a property that makes money for you? Learn the minimum qualification requirements to get a mortgage pre approval for an investment property.

Starting in September, Fannie Mae will allow renters to use their rental payment history as credit on their mortgage application.

No, not really. Lenders run either a soft or hard credit check to pre-approve borrowers for a mortgage. Learn what they are and how they impact your credit.

Lenders will evaluate credit scores differently starting September 18th, and homeowners may be in a position to save even more on their next refinance.

Understand how long pre-approval remains valid, whether mortgage pre-approvals expire, and when you should start the process.

If you can’t afford to repair or replace what’s most important to you, it’s worth getting insurance. Learn about insurance for homeowners, renters, and pets.

Learn what pre-approval is, how to get the best possible results, and—most importantly—why it’s essential for a smooth home buying process.

First-time homebuyers are getting left behind as home prices skyrocket. Follow these tips to improve your standing, without putting more money down.