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What is an FHA mortgage insurance premium?
It’s an extra expense — the price you pay for the FHA loan’s generosity.
4 min read Jul 02, 2024 -
How to increase your mortgage preapproval amount
Getting preapproved for the right mortgage amount is the first step in getting your dream home. Here’s how to wangle more from your lender.
6 min read Jul 02, 2024 -
Are cash-out refinance rates higher? How to get the best rate
The cash you’ll get comes at cost. Here’s how to minimize it.
6 min read Jul 02, 2024 -
What is a broker price opinion (BPO)?
BPOs are normally performed by a broker familiar with the local housing market.
6 min read Jul 01, 2024 -
VA loan limits for 2024
They are largely gone, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you can get any size VA loan you want.
6 min read Jul 01, 2024 -
Mortgage rate forecast July 2024
Bankrate’s Greg McBride and others weigh in on what to expect for mortgage rates in July 2024 and beyond.
4 min read Jul 01, 2024 -
Best mortgage lenders of July 2024
Here are the best mortgage lenders for April 2024.
5 min read Jul 01, 2024 -
What is a bridge loan and how does it work?
Bridge loans can help borrowers move from one home to the next, but do have potential downsides.
7 min read Jun 28, 2024 -
What is conditional approval in a mortgage application?
It means you almost have got that mortgage, but must do a little more to clinch the deal.
8 min read Jun 28, 2024 -
Why your mortgage gets sold, and what you can do about it
The first step is simple: Don’t obsess. It happens all the time.
5 min read Jun 28, 2024