Mortgage Basics
5 types of mortgages
These days, homebuyers have fewer home loan options. We explain what they are and how they work.
How to get the best mortgage rate
Ready to buy a house? With rates near historic lows, this may be a great time to take the plunge.
6 questions homebuyers should ask
Grooming your credit score and researching the housing market are on your to-do list.
First-time homebuyer loans
Assistance for new buyers can make homeownership more affordable and accessible.
Editor's Picks
Struggling to get your finances in shape to buy a house? This startup wants to help
Mortgages
3 min read
Latest Articles
-
Mortgage borrowers’ credit scores back off a bit from record high
Americans with strong credit scores are reaping the rewards of record-low mortgage rates.
2 min read Aug 03, 2021
-
Today’s mortgage refinance rates move lower – August 3, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 2.94 percent, down 6 basis points since the same time last week. The average for a 15-year refi is currently running at 2.25 percent, down 6 basis points since [...]
5 min read Aug 03, 2021
-
Current Mortgage and Refinance Rates for August 3, 2021 | Most rates fall
Now is a favorable time to get a mortgage: the average 30-year fixed-mortgage rate is 2.96, the average rate for the benchmark 15-year fixed mortgage is 2.26 percent, and the average 5/1 ARM rate is 2.80 [...]
3 min read Aug 03, 2021
-
Some renters get extended relief as agencies extend eviction bans
Millions of tenants face eviction due to the pandemic.
2 min read Aug 02, 2021
-
Today’s mortgage refinance rates tick lower | August 2, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 2.97 percent, down 2 basis points over the last seven days. The 15-year fixed refi average rate is now 2.28 percent, down 2 basis points since the same time [...]
5 min read Aug 02, 2021
-
Compare Today’s Mortgage & Refinance Rates, August 2nd, 2021 | Most rates fall
It is currently a great time to take out a mortgage or refinance your current loan: the average 30-year fixed-mortgage rate is 2.98, the average 15-year fixed-mortgage rate is 2.28 percent, and the average [...]
2 min read Aug 02, 2021
-
America’s housing stock is aging: That can mean good deals but hefty repair bills
No newer homes on the market? No problem for homeowners who love their historic houses.
4 min read Aug 02, 2021
-
Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of Aug. 2-6, 2021
Investors and lenders will scrutinize the jobs report for July.
1 min read Aug 02, 2021
-
Mortgage rate forecast for August 2021: Will rates finally start going up?
All the experts said rates would rise in 2021. They haven’t.
4 min read Aug 02, 2021
-
Mortgages for teachers and first responders
There are programs available to help teachers and others attain homeownership.
2 min read Aug 02, 2021