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What is a first mortgage?
It’s what we think of when we think “mortgage”: a big loan used to buy a home.
3 min read Nov 30, 2023 -
What is a first mortgage?
It’s what we think of when we think “mortgage”: a big loan used to buy a home.
3 min read Nov 30, 2023 -
What is the Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act (HOEPA)?
It protects you from predatory practices by mortgage lenders, among other things.
4 min read Nov 30, 2023 -
The best home loan: how to shop for and compare mortgage offers
By comparing mortgage offers, you can potentially save thousands.
6 min read Nov 30, 2023 -
How to get a second VA home loan
The VA mortgage program isn’t a one-time thing. Here’s how to get another helping.
6 min read Nov 30, 2023 -
FHA loans: What are they and how do they work?
FHA loans can help borrowers with less-than-ideal credit and cash. But they aren’t perfect.
7 min read Nov 30, 2023 -
What is a jumbo loan and when do you need one?
As the name implies, it’s a loan for a lot more money. But it has higher requirements too.
8 min read Nov 30, 2023 -
How much is a down payment on a house?
The down payment question may sound like a simple one, but it has many answers.
10 min read Nov 29, 2023 -
FHA vs. conventional loans
Is one better than the other? Here are the pros and cons of each.
6 min read Nov 29, 2023 -