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Mortgages and loans to pay for home renovations
Financial tools to make that project happen — provided you pick the right one for your needs.
14 min read May 21, 2024 -
Pros and cons of a cash-out refinance
It can be fast, easy money — but it comes with caveats.
5 min read May 21, 2024 -
Deed of reconveyance: What it is and how it works
If the deed of reconveyance hasn’t been recorded, don’t panic just yet.
6 min read May 20, 2024 -
Student loan guidelines for getting a mortgage
Here’s how student loans typically factor into getting a mortgage.
7 min read May 20, 2024 -
How to save for a down payment
Saving the big chunk of cash you’ll need upfront can be tough. These tactics help.
6 min read May 20, 2024 -
The lock-in effect is keeping homes off the market. How long will it last?
Homeowners are staying on the sidelines of the housing market, biding their time.
4 min read May 20, 2024 -
Mortgage application: What’s included and how to prepare
You have to know all the questions to give the right answers.
8 min read May 17, 2024 -
Should I use a home equity loan to buy a car?
It’s not so much whether you can, but if you should.
6 min read May 17, 2024 -
FHA vs. conventional loans: What’s the difference?
Is one better than the other? Here are the pros and cons of each.
8 min read May 19, 2024 -
Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA): What it is and why it’s important
It’s a way that you can get a sense of how a lender treats borrowers like you.
5 min read May 14, 2024