Refinancing

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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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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.

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

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...

Here’s how much home prices and average interest rates 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...

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

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.

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.

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.