Mortgage Basics
First-time homebuyer loans
Assistance for new buyers can make homeownership more affordable and accessible.
How to get the best mortgage rate
Ready to buy a house? With rates near historic lows, this may be a great time to take the plunge.
All about USDA mortgages
USDA loans require no down payment and are designed for low- to moderate-income homebuyers.
5 mortgage loans for homebuyers
These days, homebuyers have fewer home loan options. We explain what they are and how they work.
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PMI: How private mortgage insurance works and why it can benefit homebuyers
Find out why lenders impose this extra mortgage cost, and what to do about it.
5 min read Dec 01, 2020
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The 0.5 percent mortgage refi fee is here. What does it mean for you?
Don’t let this new fee scare you off from refinancing while rates are so low.
3 min read Dec 01, 2020
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Will mortgage rates rise or fall in December?
The best of times for borrowers seems destined to continue.
4 min read Dec 01, 2020
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Should I use a home equity loan to buy a car?
You may get a lower monthly payment, but your loan could outlive your car.
4 min read Nov 30, 2020
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How to save for a house while renting
Saving up for a down payment is a challenge. That doesn’t mean you should despair.
4 min read Nov 30, 2020
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Current Refinance Rates, November 30, 2020 | Rate advances
Refinance rates were mixed, but one key rate floated higher. If you’re shopping for a mortgage, see what that means for you.
4 min read Nov 30, 2020
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Mortgage Interest Rates Today, November 30, 2020 | Rates hold steady
Multiple key mortgage rates held firm today. If you’re in the market for a home loan, see how that could affect you.
3 min read Nov 30, 2020
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Refi Rates Today, November 27, 2020 | Rate ticks higher
Refinance rates were mixed, but one key rate climbed. If you’re in the market for a mortgage, see how your payments might be affected.
4 min read Nov 27, 2020
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Mortgage Interest Rates Today, November 27, 2020 | Benchmark rate moves higher
Mortgage rates diverged today, but one key rate ticked up. See how that could affect your home loan payments.
3 min read Nov 27, 2020
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Today’s 30 Year Mortgage Rates, November 26, 2020 | Rates drop
Interested in getting a 30-year mortgage or refinance? 30-year mortgage rates dropped today, while 30-year refinance rates rose..
3 min read Nov 27, 2020