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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Closing costs: What are they and how much are they?
They’re upfront expenses you pay on closing day. And they can mount into the thousands.
5 min read Feb 07, 2025 -
How to get preapproved for a mortgage
If you’re serious about buying a home, it’s the first thing you should do.
10 min read Feb 07, 2025 -
Mortgage rate lock: What it is and when you should use one
It can make sure you don’t get burned by rising interest rates before you close.
5 min read Feb 07, 2025 -
What is a land lease, and how do they work?
It’s possible to own your home, but not the land the structure sits on.
3 min read Feb 07, 2025 -
Best online mortgage lenders in 2025
OK with doing your loan digitally? These mortgage companies are the tops.
6 min read Feb 05, 2025 -
What is title insurance, and do homebuyers need it?
Most mortgage lenders require homebuyers to purchase title insurance.
5 min read Feb 05, 2025 -
Experts: Making mortgage giants private could help some homebuyers, hurt others
What could happen to mortgages and rates if Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac exit conservatorship?
2 min read Feb 05, 2025 -
Mortgage rate forecast February 2025
Bankrate’s Greg McBride and others weigh in on what to expect for mortgage rates in January 2025 and beyond.
3 min read Feb 01, 2025 -
What percentage of your income should go to a mortgage?
There are multiple schools of thought on how much it should be.
6 min read Jan 31, 2025 -
What is a deed of trust?
It’s like a mortgage, only it makes foreclosure a lot easier. Homebuyer beware.
6 min read Jan 28, 2025