Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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How to get a mortgage
Follow these 10 steps to nail the loan and make buying that home a reality.
11 min read Jun 02, 2023 -
What are the costs of owning a home?
Nationwide, they average around $15,000 annually.
4 min read Jun 01, 2023 -
Mortgages and loans to pay for home renovations
Financial tools to help you get the job done — provided you pick the right one for your needs.
11 min read May 30, 2023 -
How much does it cost to build a deck?
You might spend more than expected. But the investment’s often worth it.
8 min read May 26, 2023 -
Quitclaim deed vs. warranty deed: What’s the difference?
Learn what protections each type of deed provides, and when to use them.
5 min read May 26, 2023 -
Mortgage recasting: What it is and how it works
You pay a lump sum now to cut future monthly payments. But there are drawbacks.
7 min read May 25, 2023 -
How much does it cost to install a concrete patio?
It’s an affordable and versatile way to brighten the backyard.
6 min read May 24, 2023 -
Best places to live in Texas in 2023
Austin-adjacent Round Rock is Bankrate’s best place to live in Texas.
4 min read May 24, 2023 -
Best places to live in California in 2023
The best places to live in the pricey state of California.
5 min read May 23, 2023 -
Housing market heat shifts to Southeast
Metro areas in Georgia, Tennessee, Florida and North Carolina top the Housing Heat Index.
8 min read May 22, 2023