Need a refinance appraisal? Hereâs what to expect
Refinancing your mortgage? Hereâs 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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Refinancing your mortgage? Hereâs 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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Here are the counties where mortgage payments have jumped the most in the past 2 years.
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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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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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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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When the phrase âmaster bedroomâ first came into use, the homebuying industry heavily favored white, cisgendered men.
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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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Try this interactive amortization calculator to find the amortization schedule for any fixed-rate mortgage.
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We looked at notable design trends over the past 100 years to see how American homes have changed.
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Worried about extreme weather? Youâre not alone. Hereâs how to factor natural disasters into your real estate decisions.
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If you canât afford to repair or replace whatâs most important to you, itâs worth getting insurance. Learn about insurance for homeowners, renters, and pets.
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Discover how FHA condo approvals work, including loans and eligibility criteria. Dive into our blog for all the details.
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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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Hereâs how much home prices and average interest rates have risen since 1950.
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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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If youâre looking for a home in a high-cost area or need to refinance a large mortgage balance, you may need a jumbo loanâhereâs what you should know to get...
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(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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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.
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See example scenarios of points and in action, to better understand how to make decisions with your own mortgage.
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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...
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