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These days, homebuyers have fewer home loan options. We explain what they are and how they work.
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USDA loans require no down payment and are designed for low- to moderate-income homebuyers.
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Mortgage rate deals for week ending April 9, 2021: Top offers from lenders
Rates have fallen and they are still low by historical standards.
1 min read Apr 10, 2021
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Weekly mortgage Q&A: Everything you need to know about appraisal gaps at closing
This week we talked to Angelica Olmsted from RE/MAX about appraisal gaps.
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Mortgage and real estate news this week: Bids over list price surge, and waiving inspections
This week we hear from an expert about where mortgage rates are headed and learn about how iBuyers work.
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Compare Today’s Mortgage Rates, April 9, 2021 – Rates down across the board
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Today’s refi rates decline | April 9, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.25 percent, down 9 basis points from a week ago. The 15-year fixed refi average rate is now 2.51 percent, down 10 basis points over the last seven days. The [...]
4 min read Apr 09, 2021
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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.
3 min read Apr 09, 2021
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How to find your mortgage rate
Low rates are one reason to refinance, but not the only reason.
2 min read Apr 09, 2021
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In these states, a majority of homes sell over asking price
“This is amazing, incredible,” says NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. “List price is just a beginning.’”
3 min read Apr 09, 2021
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What credit score do I need to refinance my mortgage?
If you have bad credit, you need to find ways to compensate for the additional risk.
3 min read Apr 09, 2021
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Mortgage rates fall slightly, remain in historically low range
Still at attractive lows, rates moved slightly lower in Bankrate’s weekly survey.
3 min read Apr 07, 2021