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The 10 largest mortgage lenders in the U.S.
UWM claims the top spot on the latest list.
2 min read May 02, 2024 -
How to refinance a second home or investment property
The rules are different for refinancing a second home or investment property.
5 min read May 02, 2024 -
How to shop for a mortgage without hurting your credit score
A drop is inevitable, but you can minimize it.
6 min read May 02, 2024 -
Conventional loans: What they are and how they work
In short, it’s a mortgage not guaranteed by the government. Is it the right one for you?
9 min read May 02, 2024 -
Should you buy a second home?
Is owning a second home a ton of work or a ton of fun?
6 min read May 01, 2024 -
Mortgage rates move higher as Fed takes no action
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 7.33 percent as of April 17, 2024.
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How does the Federal Reserve affect mortgages?
The Federal Reserve’s decisions have ripple effects, including for mortgages.
3 min read May 01, 2024 -
Mortgage rate forecast for May 2024: No break for homebuyers
Homebuyers out on the spring hunt won’t see much relief from higher mortgage rates.
5 min read May 01, 2024 -
Mortgage seasoning: What is it and what are the requirements?
It means you need to have money on hand to get a mortgage. And like fine wine — the longer, the better.
6 min read May 01, 2024 -
Best VA loan lenders in 2024
A current or veteran military person? Here are the top VA lenders for you.
5 min read May 01, 2024