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Mortgage rate forecast for February 2023: Will the groundhog see the shadow of January rates?
Here’s a silver lining among these overcast days of snow, ice and frigid temperatures: Freddie Mac reports that mortgage rates continue to dip.
5 min read Jan 31, 2023 -
Risks of home equity loans and how to avoid them
Tapping home equity can be a smart move, but know what surprises could be lurking.
7 min read Jan 30, 2023 -
Mortgage and real estate news this week: Cooling markets create homebuying opportunity and utility bills rise
Top mortgage and real estate news of the week
1 min read Jan 28, 2023 -
Mortgage rate deals for week ending Jan. 28, 2023: Top offers from lenders
Mortgage rates have been volatile, but there are deals to be had.
1 min read Jan 28, 2023 -
Maryland first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Maryland, help is available.
4 min read Jan 26, 2023 -
The pros and cons of a home equity line of credit (HELOC)
A HELOC has low interest rates, but it requires you to use your home as collateral.
6 min read Jan 26, 2023 -
FHA 203(k) loans: What they are and how they work
This type of mortgage lets you pay for a home and renovations with a single loan.
5 min read Jan 26, 2023 -
Latest mortgage news: Rates dip again, creating opportunity for homebuyers
Mortgage rates have backed off from 7 percent.
3 min read Jan 25, 2023 -
Owner financing: What it is and how it works
The seller offering a loan can help some buyers, but there are risks for both parties.
9 min read Jan 25, 2023 -
The 10 biggest reverse mortgage lenders
American Advisors Group and Finance of America Reverse were the most active lenders in this niche.
1 min read Jan 25, 2023