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Here’s how much home prices and average interest rates have risen since 1950.

Jumbo loans are mortgage loans that have a higher-than-normal balance. Here's what you need to know about securing this type of financing in 2021.

See example scenarios of points and in action, to better understand how to make decisions with your own mortgage.

Buyers should be seeing more options on the market as more than 400,000 homeowners reach the end of forbearance plans this month.

Rates are close to the lows of September 2020, giving today’s homebuyers a chance to save on their mortgage before they’re expected to rise.

Here we deep dive into what you can expect when you transition from scrolling through homes online to going to open houses, making an offer, and closing.

Lenders will evaluate credit scores differently starting September 18th, and homeowners may be in a position to save even more on their next refinance.

Learn how to get pre-approved for a mortgage, when to apply, and what to expect before, during, and after, so you can prepare confidently to buy your home.

In this article, you'll learn how to calculate FHA Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP). Discover factors influencing it and how it affects your monthly payments.

They didn’t think homeownership was in the cards. Now they’re living a life of leisure in Florida.

What is an FHA loan? Understand how FHA-backed mortgages work, who qualifies for them, the minimum credit and down payment, pros and cons, and steps to apply.

Discover the story behind Better Mortgage and how one missed home inspired a simpler, faster way to buy a house. Your path to homeownership starts here.

Choosing the right neighborhood is one of the most important (and difficult) parts of buying a house. Here are some tips to help you make that decision.

Can you qualify for a mortgage? You might want to check your credit score. Learn how lenders handle your credit score and how you can improve it.

Mortgage News: Mortgage rates have dropped for the third week in a row, and homeowners are likely jumping on the opportunity to refinance at a lower rate.

Homeownership can improve your finances and quality of life, but there are costs to prepare for. We break them all down so you can decide to buy or not to...

So you're considering a local mortgage lender? If you care about face-to-face interaction, they can't be beat. But there are some conveniences they can't offer.

Buying a home for the first time doesn’t have to be complicated. Formalize your budget, shop smart, and navigate the process with these pro tips.

The real estate market is showing no signs of slowing, as homebuyers begin to feel the fatigue of multiple-offer scenarios and all-out bidding wars.

Buying a house out of state can be seamless with the right prep. Learn how to find an agent, compare homes, and close without setting foot in the state.