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Home prices continue to rise, but the holiday season could spell opportunity for some. See multiple ways first-time buyers can get a competitive edge.

First-time homebuyers are getting left behind as home prices skyrocket. Follow these tips to improve your standing, without putting more money down.

Mortgage News: Rates are likely to inch upward between now and the end of the year. Find out how inflation is driving the rise, and how you can lock in...

Learn key interior design tips to furnish your home like the professionals, ways to work with what you’ve got, and how to get the money to do it all.

If you’re looking for a home in a high-cost area or need to refinance a large mortgage balance, you may need a jumbo loan—here’s what you should know to get...

(Mortgage) knowledge is power in the quest for the perfect home loan. Learn all about jumbo home loan basics in this short and simple-to-follow guide.

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.

Builder confidence is rising, and new construction homes are in high demand. Find out what it takes to navigate the hot competition.

Homeowner credit scores are at their highest in 15 years, and with new Fannie Mae rules, they could go further on a refinance application.

Jumbos are about the size of the loan, not the size of the home. See what a jumbo loan is, where you might need one, and how to avoid them...

Agents who invest in connecting with first-time homebuyers and single borrowers may see increased success in netting clients.

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 still at September 2020 lows, and a new survey shows that homeowners who refinanced in the last year have saved hundreds per month.

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

Worried about extreme weather? You’re not alone. Here’s how to factor natural disasters into your real estate decisions.

Buy first or sell first? Here’s your answer. You’ll learn the pros and cons of each option, the value of a good team, and how to have your cake and...

Learn about real estate commission costs, the process of working with agents, and how to avoid ever paying bloated broker fees.

Rent is climbing in major cities while mortgage rates are still low, creating more opportunities for buyers to save money on a starter home.

With extreme weather happening more often, the integrity of your home may be at risk—and homeowners insurance could be the answer.