Mortgages

The housing market is particularly tough right now for first-time homebuyers. That means if you’re looking to buy your first home, you should take advantage of any first-time homebuyer programs that [...]

Not all equity-tapping methods are created equal.

Financial tools to make that project happen — provided you pick the right one for your needs.

Mortgage payments have been rising for decades.

If you’re second-guessing your refi or home equity loan, you could have a way out.

Mortgage rates tick down amid uncertainty

USDA loans require no down payment and are designed for low- to moderate-income homebuyers.

It’s a hybrid product that can combine the best of both borrowing worlds.

See which markets are more likely to reward renting over buying, and vice-versa.

Texas and Florida added the most new residents. New York and Illinois lost the most.

Biden’s housing platform attacks affordability issues.

A reader asks: Do you see the new fee on refinancing mortgages being permanent?

There are many misconceptions about reverse mortgages. Here’s why Bankrate’s expert is a fan of the product.

Here’s what you should do to keep your personal finances as healthy as possible.

One Bankrate experts suggest deposit yields may be close to bottoming out.

U.S. home prices rarely fall during recessions, and the latest downturn follows that pattern.

Here are the best mortgage lenders for July 2025.

Here is Bankrate’s guide to the best construction loan lenders.

When it comes to these easier-to-qualify-for loans, these lenders are tops.

Here are some of the best bad credit mortgage lenders in 2025.

OK with doing your loan digitally? These mortgage companies are the tops.

A current or veteran military person? Here are the top VA lenders for you.

Bankrate’s guide to finding the best reverse mortgage lender for you

Here are some of the best mortgage refinance lenders in 2025.

Here are options if your mortgage forbearance plan is expiring.

Although used interchangeably, deferment isn’t the same as forbearance.

Preforeclosure is an early step in the foreclosure process, and it’s important to take seriously.

After several missed payments, your lender can start the foreclosure process.

Answers to borrowers most common mortgage forbearance questions

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

Underwater mortgages can occur during an economic downturn when home values fall.

Here are strategies for avoiding foreclosure if you have trouble making house payments.