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Credit union vs. bank mortgage: How to choose
Here are the pros and cons of getting a mortgage from a credit union.
4 min read Jun 21, 2022 -
Jumbo vs. conventional loans
The decision to get a jumbo loan often comes down to necessity.
2 min read Jun 21, 2022 -
FHA vs. conventional loans
Is one better than the other? Here’s a breakdown of each loan type.
3 min read Jun 21, 2022 -
Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of June 20-24, 2022?
A closely watched report about home sales is out this week.
1 min read Jun 20, 2022 -
Homeowners with mortgages prior to 2008 still have opportunity to refinance
There are still some homeowners who can cut their monthly mortgage payment with a refi.
1 min read Jun 20, 2022 -
What are APR fees on a mortgage?
Here’s a closer look at what fees are typically included in APR and what isn’t.
3 min read Jun 16, 2022 -
How the Federal Reserve affects mortgage rates
The central bank recently hiked its key rate.
3 min read Jun 15, 2022 -
How the Federal Reserve affects ARMs, HELOCs and home equity loans
If you have a home equity loan or variable mortgage, pay attention to the Fed.
2 min read Jun 15, 2022 -
Key mortgage rate surges past 6% as Fed battles inflation
An astonishing turnaround in mortgage rates has seen the 30-year double in short order.
3 min read Jun 15, 2022 -
3 percent down mortgages: A guide to your options
You don’t have to have a 20 percent down payment to get a mortgage.
3 min read Jun 15, 2022