Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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The best way to tap home equity, now that the Fed’s cut rates
Not all equity-tapping methods are created equal.
9 min read Jan 17, 2025 -
Credit life insurance
Is credit life insurance worth it for you? Bankrate can help you find out.
8 min read Jan 17, 2025 -
Transferring a mortgage: How it works
To find out if your mortgage is transferable, it’s best to contact your lender.
5 min read Jan 16, 2025 -
Are high prices keeping you from homeownership? Consider a condo
Feeling the home affordability crunch? Condos can make you a homeowner for less.
9 min read Jan 15, 2025 -
Los Angeles wildfires: What happens to my mortgage after a natural disaster?
If you’re a homeowner impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires, contact your mortgage servicer as soon as possible.
2 min read Jan 13, 2025 -
What is a fixed-rate HELOC and how does it work?
It’s a hybrid product that can combine the best of both borrowing worlds.
8 min read Jan 13, 2025 -
Mortgage recasting: What it is and how it works
You pay a lump sum now to cut future monthly payments. But there are drawbacks.
5 min read Jan 09, 2025 -
The most expensive winter storms in US history
Explore the costliest storms ever. Learn what home insurance does and doesn’t cover.
8 min read Jan 08, 2025 -
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 Jan 07, 2025 -
Home inspection checklist for buyers: What to know
An inspection is a critical step in the homebuying process. Find out what to look for.
5 min read Jan 03, 2025