Buying A Home
Buying a home is a big step. Here is advice, rates and more to buy the home of your dreams.
Latest Articles
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Forecast: Mortgage rates to gradually decline in 2024
Bankrate Chief Financial Analyst Greg McBride shares his take on what will happen to mortgage rates in 2024.
3 min read Jan 02, 2024 -
How does a condo mortgage work?
To improve your chances of getting approved for condo financing, follow these tips.
6 min read Dec 14, 2023 -
Even with pay raises, younger homebuyers struggle with affordability
Even with a pay raise, homeownership has moved further out of reach for younger generations.
4 min read Dec 08, 2023 -
How to make an offer on a house
How to make a successful offer on a house, and what to avoid.
7 min read Dec 06, 2023 -
What is the $25,000 Downpayment Toward Equity Act?
Learn more about a proposed $25,000 grant for first-time homebuyers.
3 min read Jan 11, 2024 -
It’s a ‘bad’ time to buy a home, but millions still are
Homebuyers are accepting the reality of higher costs.
4 min read Jan 25, 2024 -
Home equity loan vs. mortgage: What’s the difference?
There are many options for borrowing money based on a home’s value. Here are two.
5 min read Feb 01, 2024 -
How to buy a house at auction
Real estate auctions are complicated, and can be very competitive.
7 min read Nov 07, 2023 -
Reporting rent payments boosts credit for would-be homebuyers
A free rent reporting program has helped thousands increase their credit scores.
3 min read Jan 25, 2024 -
Experts: Mortgage rates won’t rise much more — but also won’t go down any time soon
The sharp rise in mortgage rates raises a new question: How much higher could they go?
3 min read Oct 20, 2023