Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
Latest Articles
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How to refinance a rental property
No, it’s not exactly the same as refinancing your home’s mortgage.
7 min read Apr 11, 2024 -
VA loan down payment: Definition and requirements
Most VA loan borrowers don’t have to make a down payment. Here’s how to decide whether you should.
5 min read Apr 10, 2024 -
How to lower your mortgage payment
Yes, you can pay less each month. Not all methods are worth the time or upfront expense, though.
5 min read Apr 10, 2024 -
20% of aspiring homeowners think they’ll never save enough to buy. Can rent-to-own help?
Learn the pros and cons of a rent-to-own agreement.
10 min read Apr 03, 2024 -
Renting vs. buying a house: Which is right for you?
Should you buy a home? Or keep renting? We weigh the pros and cons of each.
6 min read Mar 29, 2024 -
What is loss mitigation?
Here’s what to know about loss mitigation and mortgage relief.
7 min read Mar 28, 2024 -
Mortgage liens: What they are and how they work
When you get a mortgage, your lender places a mortgage lien on your property.
5 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
8 things to do immediately after buying a house
A handy checklist of things to do when buying a house — and immediately after.
6 min read Mar 22, 2024 -
Should you pay off your mortgage before a recession?
Owing money on a house can feel risky, but keep in mind where mortgages rank in the debt hierarchy.
4 min read Mar 19, 2024 -
What is the right of redemption? How it works during foreclosure
This legal process could help you keep your home — but it comes with a catch.
5 min read Mar 14, 2024