Mortgages

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  FHA streamline mortgage refinance guide

  If you have an FHA loan, a hassle-free refinance is available.

  6 min read Jan 25, 2022
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  Millions of homeowners can still cut their mortgage payments with refinancing

  There’s still plenty of homeowners who can cut their monthly mortgage payment with a refi.

  1 min read Jan 25, 2022
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  Adjustable-rate mortgages: Learn the basics of ARMs

  With an ARM, your interest rate can change periodically. Here’s what else to know.

  3 min read Jan 25, 2022
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  What does a mortgage loan originator do?

  Ultimately, the right mortgage loan originator will have your best interests in mind.

  4 min read Jan 25, 2022
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  How to choose the right mortgage modification strategy

  If you can’t pay your mortgage, you may be able to have it modified. Here’s what to look for.

  5 min read Jan 25, 2022
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  Today’s mortgage refinance rates tick higher : January 25, 2022

  The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.67 percent, up 10 basis points from a week ago. The 15-year fixed refi average rate is now 3.00 percent, up 10 basis points over the last seven days. The average [...]

  5 min read Jan 25, 2022
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  Today’s national mortgage & refinance rates, January 25, 2022 – Rates rise

  Rates stay close to record lows: the average rate for the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage is 3.68, the average rate for a 15-year fixed mortgage is 3.02 percent, and the average 5/1 ARM rate is 2.79 [...]

  3 min read Jan 25, 2022
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  How does mortgage amortization work?

  Using Bankrate’s calculator can help you see the outcomes for different scenarios.

  4 min read Jan 24, 2022
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  What is a conforming mortgage loan?

  A mortgage has to adhere to certain standards in order to be considered conforming.

  7 min read Jan 24, 2022
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  Build your dream home with an FHA construction loan

  An FHA construction loan can help you build a new home or renovate one you plan to buy.

  5 min read Jan 24, 2022