Buying A Home
Buying a home is a big step. Here is advice, rates and more to buy the home of your dreams.
Latest Articles
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How to buy a second home
Eyeing a beach bungalow or a mountain lodge? Read these tips first.
6 min read Nov 02, 2023 -
10 first-time homebuyer tips: how to get that house
These steps will help rookies streamline the process, avoiding bumps on the homebuying road.
8 min read Nov 02, 2023 -
Reporting rent payments boosts credit for would-be homebuyers
A free rent reporting program has helped thousands increase their credit scores.
3 min read Oct 26, 2023 -
Experts: Mortgage rates won’t rise much more — but also won’t go down any time soon
The sharp rise in mortgage rates raises a new question: How much higher could they go?
3 min read Oct 20, 2023 -
Warranty deed definition: What is it and how does it work?
If you’re applying for a mortgage, your lender may require a warranty deed.
4 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
Mortgage rates reach 8%, a first since 2000
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate touched 8 percent on Oct. 19, according to Bankrate data.
3 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
What is the 28/36 rule for home affordability?
Lenders use this guideline to determine how big of a home purchase you can afford.
5 min read Oct 09, 2023 -
Gen Z and homebuying: 2023 trends and data
Can the American Dream of homeownership ever become a reality for this generation of young adults?
6 min read Oct 09, 2023 -
Mortgage and real estate news: 8% rates on the horizon
Top mortgage and real estate news of the week
1 min read Oct 07, 2023 -
How to increase your mortgage preapproval amount
Getting preapproved for the right mortgage amount is the first step in getting your dream home. Here’s how to wangle more from your lender.
9 min read Oct 04, 2023