Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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Is the housing market going to crash? What the experts are saying
The housing market keeps defying expectations. But experts agree that a crash is not imminent.
7 min read Feb 21, 2025 -
Roof insurance: ACV vs. replacement cost
Which should you choose: ACV roof coverage or replacement cost? Bankrate explains.
8 min read Feb 20, 2025 -
‘The one asset in their later years’: Home equity strategies for older homeowners
Here are 7 ways to take advantage of your largest asset as you age.
5 min read Feb 20, 2025 -
What is a property survey, and how do I get one?
You might need a property survey to buy a home, or to renovate your existing one.
4 min read Feb 19, 2025 -
How to get a mortgage
Follow these 10 steps to nail the loan and make buying that home a reality.
11 min read Feb 19, 2025 -
How to get the best mortgage rate
With interest rates rising, shopping around is more important than ever.
11 min read Feb 18, 2025 -
What not to do before closing on a house
How to navigate the time between when you apply for a mortgage and when it closes.
7 min read Feb 14, 2025 -
Should I pay off my mortgage early?
If you’ve got some extra cash, should you throw it at your mortgage?
5 min read Feb 12, 2025 -
Extreme weather’s financial effect on homeownership
The number of dangerous events is increasing each year. Here’s how to limit the literal and financial damage.
12 min read Feb 05, 2025 -
How do you pay back a reverse mortgage?
How do you pay back a reverse mortgage, and when is it necessary?
5 min read Jan 29, 2025