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Mortgage rate lock: What it is and when you should use one
It can make sure you don’t get burned by rising interest rates before you close.
8 min read May 23, 2024 -
Younger would-be homebuyers are moving back in with their parents: Should you?
Younger aspiring homebuyers face a tougher road financially compared to even a few short years ago.
4 min read May 10, 2024 -
Bankrate’s 2024 Home Affordability Report
Despite costs and regrets, most Americans still value homeownership.
9 min read May 24, 2024 -
16 first-time homebuyer mistakes to avoid
And the ways to do things right, from perusing the neighborhood to comparing mortgage terms.
11 min read Jun 20, 2024 -
Hard money lending: Guide to hard money loans and lenders
These loans appeal to house flippers or those with unusual situations.
9 min read May 21, 2024 -
Secondary mortgage market: What it is and how it works
As a homeowner, you don’t know it, but it affects who may actually own your home loan.
8 min read May 21, 2024 -
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