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With interest rates rising, shopping around is more important than ever.
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Being a novice often feels like a nuisance. However, there are actually perks to being a first-timer.
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The Liberty Bridge stretches across the roaring Reedy River in Greenville, SC, as floodwaters churn below.
If Hurricane Helene has affected your ability to pay your mortgage, contact your servicer right away.
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It’s the fun part, when you get your money. But you have to be ready when it ends.
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Bankrate’s Greg McBride and others weigh in on what to expect for mortgage rates in September 2024 and beyond.
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Here are the best mortgage lenders for October 2024.
Our list of lenders best suited to helping out a novice homeowner-to-be.
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Here are the best mortgage lenders for October 2024.
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It’s a smart financial move. Here’s how to do it.
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With mortgage rates set to gradually fall, does it make sense to refinance this year?
The Federal Reserve’s decisions have ripple effects, including for mortgages.
When is it a good idea to refinance
When doing so saves you money — or helps you score some.
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It isn’t cheap. But what matters more is how fast you can recoup those closing costs.
Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in Texas in 2024.
The Liberty Bridge stretches across the roaring Reedy River in Greenville, SC, as floodwaters churn below.
If Hurricane Helene has affected your ability to pay your mortgage, contact your servicer right away.
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First off, the mortgage still needs to be repaid — whatever your ultimate plans for the home are.
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Insolvency is a difficult financial situation, but it doesn’t have to last forever.
Discount real estate brokers cut their commissions. Do they axe services too?
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If you’re behind on your mortgage, a Flex Modification might be able to help.
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Here are strategies for avoiding foreclosure if you have trouble making house payments.
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Even if you owe more than your home is worth, there are options to refinance.
Borrowers can request forbearance when there’s a change in their financial situation.