Buying A Home
Buying a home is a big step. Here is advice, rates and more to buy the home of your dreams.
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Average closing costs on a house in 2024
Which states have the highest and lowest average closing costs?
4 min read Apr 02, 2024 -
What is a jumbo loan and when do you need one?
As the name implies, it’s a loan for a lot more money. But it has higher requirements too.
10 min read Apr 02, 2024 -
What are APR fees on a mortgage?
The APR on your mortgage typically includes some, but not all, fees.
4 min read Apr 01, 2024 -
How much flood insurance is required by mortgage lenders?
If you need a mortgage for a home in a flood zone, your lender will likely require you to purchase flood insurance.
3 min read May 01, 2024 -
How a mortgage credit certificate (MCC) lowers the cost of borrowing
Mortgage credit certificates aim to make owning a home a more affordable reality.
6 min read Mar 27, 2024 -
What do home inspectors look for? 6 key things
What a professional home inspector always looks for, and why.
5 min read Mar 27, 2024 -
What is per diem interest? How it works and why it’s charged
You may owe interest on your mortgage right away. Here’s why and how much.
3 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
VA renovation loans: Buying and fixing up a home with one loan
A VA rehab loan can help you make upgrades — but only to essential systems.
6 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
Guide to first-time homebuyer grants
There’s one key fact that separates first-time homebuyer grants from other forms of help.
6 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
What percentage of your income should go to a mortgage?
There are at least two schools of thought on how much it should be.
7 min read Mar 22, 2024