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Better compiled a list of 15 events and milestones in the history of the American mortgage system, using information from news articles, encyclopedias, and historical literature.

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about History of the American mortgage

If your mortgage or rate doesn’t reflect your current financial situation, it’s time for a loan refinance. See the benefits, how it works, and how to get one.

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about What is a refinance and how it helps you save

Refinancing your mortgage? Here’s a breakdown on the refinance appraisal process, associated costs, and what to do if your appraisal comes back lower or higher than expected.

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about Need a refinance appraisal? Here’s what to expect

Here are the counties where mortgage payments have jumped the most in the past 2 years.

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about Counties where mortgage payments have jumped the most in the past two years

A conventional loan refinance can help you save money on your overall mortgage costs. See how to refinance a government-funded mortgage to a conventional loan.

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about Change your loan type and save with a conventional loan refinance

Conventional loans are the most common mortgage type in the US. Here we explain what makes them different from other mortgage options and how to get one.

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about Conventional Loans: Pros, cons, and tips for qualifying

Why wait, save, and pay rent to your landlord when you could be paying off your own home. See why smaller down payments can unlock the door to homeownership.

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about When a 3%, 5%, or 10% conventional loan down payment is smarter

Alternative holiday get-together traditions are emerging alongside shifts in how, where, and with whom we live.

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about Home for the holidays

When the phrase “master bedroom” first came into use, the homebuying industry heavily favored white, cisgendered men.

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about No more masters: the future of floorplans

Closing costs can be expensive. , but taking lender credits can help homebuyers reduce closing costs and keep more cash in hand. See if credits are a smart financial...

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about What are lender credits and how do they work?

Refinancing your mortgage? You may want to buy down your interest rate by purchasing points, which can save you thousands over the life of your loan.

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about A guide to refinance points

Try this interactive amortization calculator to find the amortization schedule for any fixed-rate mortgage.

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about Free mortgage amortization calculator and table

You can use mortgage points to buy down your interest rate when purchasing or refinancing a home. Learn the pros and cons of this option and how to determine your...

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about What are mortgage points?

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

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about Here's how much home prices have risen since 1950

Some non-conforming mortgages are easier to qualify for and can offer advantages to certain homebuyers. Here are the details on this loan type and why you might benefit from a...

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about Non-conforming loans: What are they and how do they differ from conforming loans?

We looked at notable design trends over the past 100 years to see how American homes have changed.

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about Interior design trends from the 1920s to today

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.

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about 10 home furnishing tips and how to get the money for them

A jumbo loan refinance is needed when you have a high mortgage balance. Learn about the qualifications, closing costs, and when it may be worth it.

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about Could a jumbo loan refinance deliver jumbo savings?

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...

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about What is a jumbo loan?

(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.

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about Go big and get home: jumbo home loan basics and size matters
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