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Lender-paid private mortgage insurance: Is it a good idea?

LPMI allows you to forgo mortgage insurance, but you’ll have to stomach a higher interest rate.

5 min read Mar 25, 2020

No cash for a down payment? Help may come from a no-strings grant or low-cost loan.

3 min read Feb 28, 2020

If you’re looking to buy a home, one of the first steps you should take is getting preapproved.

4 min read Feb 28, 2020

Get clued in on how to check a house’s insurance claim history and avoid surprises.

6 min read Feb 25, 2020

Your credit score and down payment are important factors that play into the rate you receive.

3 min read Feb 10, 2020

Don’t get tripped up at the finish line when you buy a house.

6 min read Jan 08, 2020

A down payment gift has strict rules for both the giver and receiver. Here’s what to do.

4 min read Dec 11, 2019

Looking for a mortgage? A mortgage broker is worth considering, especially for first-time buyers.

6 min read Dec 06, 2019

Hey, where did they hide the starter homes? Here’s how to find them.

4 min read Sep 20, 2019

There’s more to consider than the sale price when choosing a place to buy.

4 min read Aug 14, 2019