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Inflation and the housing market: What you can do as prices spike
The housing market isn’t immune from outside economic forces, including inflation.
3 min read Sep 13, 2022 -
Some lenders already raising jumbo mortgage threshold
Some mortgage lenders have raised the ceiling on conforming loans.
2 min read Sep 13, 2022 -
How to buy a house with no money down
Explore these loan options if you want a house but your savings are small.
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What is mortgage insurance? Here’s what it is and how it works
While mortgage insurance primarily benefits the lender, it does serve a purpose for the borrower.
5 min read Sep 12, 2022 -
Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of Sept. 12-16, 2022
A widely watched inflation report comes out Wednesday.
1 min read Sep 12, 2022 -
How to acquire and establish a rental property
Think you’re ready to pull the trigger on an investment property? Here are a few considerations.
5 min read Sep 12, 2022 -
What is the minimum down payment for a house?
Here are the minimum down payment requirements for various types of mortgages.
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Bank of America targets minority homeownership with mortgage program
One of the nation’s largest banks has launched a mortgage program aimed at first-time homebuyers in Black and Latino neighborhoods.
3 min read Sep 09, 2022 -
Student loan guidelines for getting a mortgage
Here’s how student loans typically factor into getting a mortgage.
6 min read Sep 07, 2022 -
How much will a house cost by 2030? Predictions and tips to start saving
The housing market has been superheated. What lies ahead? Here’s what experts think.
8 min read Sep 05, 2022