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Why was my mortgage application denied? Common reasons underwriters don’t approve loans
It might surprise you to know who decides your home loan, and how.
7 min read Feb 29, 2024 -
How many mortgage lenders should I apply to?
Yes, shopping around can make a difference and save you thousands.
6 min read Feb 29, 2024 -
First-time homebuyer statistics 2024
Find out how first-time homebuyers stack up in terms of age, race and ethnicity and more.
2 min read Feb 28, 2024 -
Reverse mortgage scams: What they are and how to avoid them
Don’t take out a reverse mortgage before learning about these scams.
6 min read Feb 27, 2024 -
What is a shared appreciation mortgage?
A shared appreciation mortgage is a unique home financing arrangement.
2 min read Feb 27, 2024 -
Mortgage bankers: Who they are and what they do in home lending
Here, we explore what mortgage bankers do in the process of getting a home loan.
3 min read Feb 27, 2024 -
Biweekly mortgage payments: What they are and how they work
Some lenders offer the option to pay your mortgage biweekly.
6 min read Feb 27, 2024 -
What is a deficiency judgment?
A deficiency judgment in real estate could have lasting impact on your credit and finances.
5 min read Feb 26, 2024 -
Connecticut first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Connecticut, help is available.
7 min read Feb 26, 2024 -
Survey: More than half of aspiring homeowners say cost of living, low income hold them back
More than half of aspiring homeowners in a new Bankrate survey say cost of living and low incomes prevent them from saving for a down payment and closing costs.
5 min read Feb 20, 2024