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Underwater mortgage: What it is and what to do
Underwater mortgages can occur during an economic downturn when home values fall.
6 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
How to get a mortgage
Follow these 10 steps to nail the loan and make buying that home a reality.
11 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
What is a 7/1 adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM)?
It could be a good deal, depending on how you think interest rates are trending.
8 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
What is per diem interest? How it works and why it’s charged
You may owe interest on your mortgage right away. Here’s why and how much.
3 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
Mortgage protection insurance (MPI) vs. life insurance
It’s important to understand how this policy contrasts with other insurance.
3 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
How to read and compare mortgage loan estimates
A loan estimate is just that: an estimate. Here’s what you need to know.
6 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
Types of mortgage refinance: How to choose
There are many mortgage refinance options, and more than one might suit your needs. Here’s how to choose the best one.
6 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
VA renovation loans: Buying and fixing up a home with one loan
A VA rehab loan can help you make upgrades — but only to essential systems.
6 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
Guide to first-time homebuyer grants
There’s one key fact that separates first-time homebuyer grants from other forms of help.
6 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
What is mortgage loan origination?
It’s a mouthful that actually has a simple meaning: the creation of your loan.
5 min read Mar 26, 2024