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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Mortgage questions to expect from your lender
Be ready to answer these questions, and know what a lender can’t ask.
5 min read Apr 03, 2025 -
Latest tariffs might lower mortgage rates, but also hamper homebuyers
Tariff uncertainty might make mortgages cheaper.
3 min read Apr 03, 2025 -
Mississippi first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Mississippi, help is available.
6 min read Apr 02, 2025 -
Mortgage seasoning: What is it and what are the requirements?
It means you need to have money on hand to get a mortgage. And like fine wine — the longer, the better.
4 min read Apr 01, 2025 -
Arizona first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Arizona, help is available.
7 min read Apr 01, 2025 -
How to buy a house with low income
Yes, you can buy a house with a low income.
9 min read Mar 31, 2025 -
Mortgage rate forecast April 2025
Bankrate’s Greg McBride and others weigh in on what to expect for mortgage rates in March 2025 and beyond.
3 min read Mar 31, 2025 -
Study: Hopeful homebuyers need income of nearly $117,000 to afford typical home in U.S.
Aspiring homebuyers need an annual household income of nearly $117,000 to afford the typical home in the U.S., according to a new Bankrate study.
7 min read Mar 31, 2025 -
Iowa first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Iowa, help is available.
6 min read Mar 28, 2025 -
How does a condo mortgage work?
To improve your chances of getting approved for condo financing, follow these tips.
4 min read Mar 28, 2025