Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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11 Ways to avoid hurricane damage
Bankrate’s guide on how to protect your home ahead of the 2024 hurricane season.
9 min read Apr 08, 2024 -
Is the housing market going to crash? What the experts are saying
Yes, the market has cooled. But experts agree that a housing market crash is not imminent.
9 min read Apr 07, 2024 -
20% of aspiring homeowners think they’ll never save enough to buy. Can rent-to-own help?
Learn the pros and cons of a rent-to-own agreement.
10 min read Apr 03, 2024 -
Renting vs. buying a house: Which is right for you?
Should you buy a home? Or keep renting? We weigh the pros and cons of each.
6 min read Mar 29, 2024 -
What is loss mitigation?
Here’s what to know about loss mitigation and mortgage relief.
7 min read Mar 28, 2024 -
How to get a mortgage
Follow these 10 steps to nail the loan and make buying that home a reality.
11 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
Mortgage liens: What they are and how they work
When you get a mortgage, your lender places a mortgage lien on your property.
5 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
Mortgage interest deduction: What it is and what qualifies
The mortgage interest deduction allows you to reduce your taxable income.
8 min read Mar 25, 2024 -
8 things to do immediately after buying a house
A handy checklist of things to do when buying a house — and immediately after.
6 min read Mar 22, 2024 -
How the Federal Reserve affects HELOCs and home equity loans
If you’re looking at HE loans or have a variable-rate line of credit, pay attention to the Fed.
5 min read Mar 20, 2024