Buying A Home
Buying a home is a big step. Here is advice, rates and more to buy the home of your dreams.
Latest Articles
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Fixed vs adjustable-rate mortgages: What’s the difference?
Here’s why that lower adjustable mortgage rate can be so tempting.
5 min read Nov 11, 2022 -
How to buy a house out of state
The key? Work with a real estate agent who specializes in relocation.
13 min read Nov 04, 2022 -
What is a title search on property?
There are hurdles to clear when purchasing a home, including the title search.
7 min read Oct 20, 2022 -
How long does it take to buy a house?
The average time to close a loan on a home purchase is 50 days.
6 min read Oct 19, 2022 -
What is the APR on a mortgage and how does it work?
If you’re shopping for a mortgage, you’ll likely come across the term “APR.”
2 min read Oct 18, 2022 -
Average down payment for a home
Across the U.S., here’s what buyers in different age groups are really paying.
2 min read Oct 17, 2022 -
How to prepare for FHA appraisal requirements
Learn all about this key step in the FHA mortgage process.
5 min read Oct 14, 2022 -
Inflation and the housing market: What you can do when prices rise
The housing market isn’t immune from outside economic forces, including inflation.
3 min read Oct 13, 2022 -
What is the best debt-to-income ratio for a mortgage?
Lenders care about your debt-to-income ratio. Here’s why, and how to calculate it yourself.
5 min read Oct 10, 2022 -
Mortgage rate lock: What it is and how it works
What’s a rate lock and how much does it cost? We answer these and other questions.
5 min read Oct 10, 2022