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Latest Articles
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Understanding the mortgage underwriting process
What to expect from start to finish when lenders evaluate you for a home loan.
8 min read May 30, 2023 -
How to get preapproved for a mortgage
If you’re serious about buying a home, it’s the first thing you should do.
8 min read May 30, 2023 -
How to buy a second home
Eyeing a beach bungalow or a mountain lodge? Read these tips first.
4 min read May 30, 2023 -
How to get a VA home loan
Here’s what you need to do to get VA loan. A bit lengthy, but well worth the effort.
4 min read May 26, 2023 -
VA loan pros and cons
There’s a flip side to every form of financing, and VA loans are no exception.
6 min read May 26, 2023 -
Why the mortgage rate ‘spread’ is suddenly so steep
Mortgage rates have shot up this year, but inflation isn’t the only driver.
3 min read May 26, 2023 -
Mortgage recasting: What it is and how it works
You pay a lump sum now to cut future monthly payments. But there are drawbacks.
7 min read May 25, 2023 -
No-closing-cost mortgage: How it works and how to decide if it’s right for you
It puts off those pesky closing-day expenses. But you may pay dearly for the delay.
6 min read May 25, 2023 -
Leading lenders roll out 1% down payment mortgages
The nation’s two largest mortgage lenders have rolled out 1% down payment loans. Is there a catch?
4 min read May 25, 2023 -
Mortgage forbearance: What is it and how does it work?
Answers to borrowers most common mortgage forbearance questions
4 min read May 25, 2023