Buying A Home
Buying a home is a big step. Here is advice, rates and more to buy the home of your dreams.
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Documents needed for mortgage preapproval
Here’s a checklist of what you need to get a mortgage preapproval letter.
7 min read Oct 20, 2023 -
Experts: Mortgage rates won’t rise much more — but also won’t go down any time soon
The sharp rise in mortgage rates raises a new question: How much higher could they go?
3 min read Oct 20, 2023 -
Warranty deed definition: What is it and how does it work?
If you’re applying for a mortgage, your lender may require a warranty deed.
4 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
Mortgage rates reach 8%, a first since 2000
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate touched 8 percent on Oct. 19, according to Bankrate data.
4 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
Fixed vs. adjustable-rate mortgages (ARM): What’s the difference?
One offers certain, unchanging payments; the other, a chance to pay less interest.
6 min read Oct 16, 2023 -
HFA Loans: Everything you need to know
HFA loans are designed to make homeownership more affordable.
6 min read Oct 16, 2023 -
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 Oct 16, 2023 -
Student loan guidelines for getting a mortgage
Here’s how student loans typically factor into getting a mortgage.
7 min read Oct 13, 2023 -
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.
8 min read Oct 13, 2023