Mortgages

Latest Articles

• 10 biggest home-buying mistakes

  A veteran home builder gives some tips on what NOT to do when buying a home

  Mar 22, 2001

• What will refinancing do for you?

  Refinancing is all the rage, but it doesn’t make sense for everybody.

  Feb 08, 2001

• Refinancing will help the Andersons … what about you?

  Does refinancing really make sense? You bet. Three families in the process of refinancing agreed to share their financial data with lending experts, who offered their advice on how those consumers should [...]

  Feb 08, 2001

• The party isn’t over yet, but it may be winding down

  The falling-rate party isn’t over yet, but it looks to be winding down.

  Jan 05, 2001

• Disclaimer

  Disclaimer

  Jan 01, 2000

• State agencies that answer questions about mortgages

  Bankrate.com offers a state-by-state listing of state agencies that help mortgage buyers.

  Nov 11, 1998

• Subprime loans are pricey, but can help credit history

  People should weigh the pros and cons before getting a subprime mortgage. They carry rates high enough to double total interest costs, though they may help people rebuild troubled credit histories.

  Oct 22, 1998

• The lowdown on mortgages: Some require little upfront cash

  New low down payment programs from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the organizations which help fund mortgages, mean home buyers don’t need as much up front. But these and other special payment plans carry [...]

  Oct 01, 1998

• Dream homes for sale — no cash required

  Luxmac mansion mortgage service allows the well-heeled to post part of their portfolios as collateral for mortgages starting at $500,000 instead of a down payment.

  May 28, 1998

• Real estate values in 24 states available online

  Bank of America’s Web site allows borrowers to calculate their home’s value before they borrow.

  Apr 21, 1998