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What is a short sale?
It can get a homeowner out of a jam and a buyer a good deal. But it’s tough to pull off.
9 min read Apr 24, 2024 -
No-doc mortgage: What is it and can you still get one?
There are some no doc mortgages, but you won’t find them widely advertised.
5 min read Apr 24, 2024 -
What is an alienation clause?
It’s the reason your mortgage lender gets paid back first from your home sale’s proceeds.
5 min read Apr 24, 2024 -
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FHA loans: Definition, requirements and limits
FHA loans can help borrowers with less-than-ideal credit and cash. But they aren’t perfect.
9 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
How to get a low-cost mortgage refinance
But be careful, lest a strategy end up costing you more in the long run.
6 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
Cash-out refinance: What it is and how it works
A cash-out refi lets you tap your home equity in cash. See if it’s right for you.
9 min read Jun 20, 2024 -
What is an interest-only HELOC and how does it work?
It lets you borrow money and make minimal monthly repayments for a while. But it could shock you at the end.
7 min read May 01, 2024 -
What is an energy-efficient mortgage (EEM)and how can it save you money?
You can get an EEM through many of the same lenders that offer mortgages.
7 min read Apr 19, 2024 -
How to prepare for FHA appraisal requirements
Learn about this key step in the FHA loan process, a cross between appraisal and home inspection.
7 min read Apr 19, 2024