Mortgages

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• Buying a new-construction home: Pros and cons

  Here are the advantages and disadvantages of buying new construction.

  4 min read Oct 27, 2020

  

• Why homeownership costs for Blacks are disproportionately high — and what can be done about it

  The “Black tax” includes higher interest rates, steeper mortgage insurance costs.

  4 min read Oct 27, 2020

  

• Current Refinance Rates, October 27, 2020 | Rates decline

  Multiple benchmark refinance rates dropped today. See what that means for you if you’re in the market for a home loan.

  4 min read Oct 27, 2020

  

• Current Mortgage Rates, October 27, 2020 | Rates abate

  Several closely watched mortgage rates declined today. See how that could affect your mortgage payments.

  5 min read Oct 27, 2020

  

• 30-Year Interest Rates for October 27, 2020 | Rates slide

  A 30-year mortgage is a popular choice for many homebuyers because of its stable monthly principal and interest payment that allows homeowners to budget housing expenses over the long haul. See rates for [...]

  3 min read Oct 27, 2020

  

• How to read and compare mortgage loan estimates

  A loan estimate is just that: an estimate. Here’s what you need to know.

  6 min read Oct 27, 2020

  

• Appraisal vs. home inspection: What’s the difference?

  Both services can uncover potential issues that may affect the home sale.

  3 min read Oct 26, 2020

  

• Current Mortgage Refinance Rates for October 26, 2020 | Rates ratchet higher

  Several benchmark refinance rates notched higher today. If you’re shopping for a mortgage, see how your payments might be affected.

  5 min read Oct 26, 2020

  

• Today’s Mortgage Rates for October 26, 2020 | Rates decline

  Multiple benchmark mortgage rates were down today. See how that could affect your mortgage payments.

  5 min read Oct 26, 2020

  

• Today’s 30 Year Mortgage Rates, October 26, 2020 | Rates move down

  Interested in a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage? 30-year mortgage rates dropped today, while 30-year refinance rates rose.. If you haven’t locked yet, see how that could affect you.

  3 min read Oct 26, 2020