Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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Mortgage interest deduction: What you need to know for tax filing
The mortgage interest deduction allows you to reduce your taxable income.
8 min read Sep 01, 2023 -
Roof insurance: ACV versus replacement cost
Which should you choose: ACV roof coverage or replacement cost? Bankrate explains.
8 min read Sep 01, 2023 -
Repaying your mortgage after forbearance
Skipping mortgage payments isn’t free, unfortunately. Here’s how to get even again.
4 min read Sep 01, 2023 -
How much does it cost to repair a home’s foundation?
It’s expensive. But without a solid foundation, your home could quite literally fall apart.
10 min read Aug 31, 2023 -
VA loan refinance: What is it and how does it work?
If you qualify, a VA refinance can be a great way to snag a low rate.
7 min read Aug 31, 2023 -
How to get a mortgage
Follow these 10 steps to nail the loan and make buying that home a reality.
12 min read Aug 31, 2023 -
How much does a home’s foundation cost?
The average foundation costs around $9,000-$10,000, with $5,000 to $15,650 the typical range.
7 min read Aug 29, 2023 -
Prepaying your mortgage: What it means and how to do it
Pay a little more every month, and cut your mortgage interest by a lot.
5 min read Aug 29, 2023 -
Mortgage liens: What they are and how they work
When you get a mortgage, your lender places a mortgage lien on your property.
7 min read Aug 28, 2023 -
How much does it cost to add a bathroom to your home?
You can never have enough bathrooms. Here’s how to afford a new one.
7 min read Aug 25, 2023