Mortgages

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  What is loss mitigation?

  Here’s what to know about loss mitigation and mortgage relief.

  7 min read Sep 25, 2023
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  How to get a VA certificate of eligibility

  Don’t skip this crucial step on your road to homeownership.

  6 min read Sep 25, 2023
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  What is a short sale?

  It can get a homeowner out of a jam and a buyer a good deal. But it’s tough to pull off.

  13 min read Sep 25, 2023
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  Does mortgage prequalification affect your credit score?

  Doubtful — but homebuyers should know the pros and cons of prequalification anyway.

  5 min read Sep 25, 2023
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  Physician mortgage loans: A mortgage option for doctors

  They’re a good deal for aspiring homeowners. But you still might want to get a second opinion.

  5 min read Sep 25, 2023
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  How to shop for a mortgage without hurting your credit score

  Protecting your credit score is important when shopping for a mortgage.

  5 min read Sep 25, 2023
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  Cash-out refinance: How it works and when to do it

  A cash-out refi lets you tap your home equity in cash. See if it’s right for you.

  10 min read Sep 25, 2023
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  No affordable mortgages? This startup could help you take the seller’s loan instead

  What if you could buy a home today, but lock in a mortgage rate from 2021?

  4 min read Sep 25, 2023
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  Mortgage and real estate news this week: The Fed’s latest move and mortgage rates

  Top mortgage and real estate news of the week

  1 min read Sep 23, 2023
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  Mortgage lenders vs banks: Deciding where to get your mortgage

  Although lenders can provide the same end product, not all are created equally.

  5 min read Sep 22, 2023