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Homebuyers are paying more at closing than they did in 2020, but choosing the right lender and loan options can help you save on a new home.

Closing costs are going up around the country, but choosing the right lender can help you save more on a new loan.

To help buyers keep up with record high home prices, the FHFA is raising the limit on conforming loans—and it could help you save on a home.

Rates are still low on the market, and nearly half the homeowners who refinanced have saved over $3,500 a year.

With property values rising, today’s homeowners are in a good position to refinance with new terms that remove private mortgage insurance.

Appraisals have a big impact on your ability to buy a home, but can come with some personal bias. Find out how to make sure your appraisal runs smoothly.

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

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 homebuyers a chance to save on their mortgage before they’re expected to rise.

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.

Extra cash from short-term rentals could help homeowners qualify for more loan options when they refinance.

RefiPossible is a loan option designed for those who may not qualify for a conventional refinance, or missed the 2020 refinance wave.

Starting in September, Fannie Mae will allow renters to use their rental payment history as credit on their mortgage application.

As bidding wars cool off and home prices begin to level out, buyers who took a break this summer might be ready to dive back in.

With rates still low, many first-time buyers are becoming homeowners through government-backed mortgages, including the FHA loan.

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

The foreclosure moratorium just ended, and 2.1 million homeowners are still in forbearance. Here are a few options to consider for getting up to date on payments.