Refinancing

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Learn how pre-approval helps secure financing, make competitive offers, and understand how much house they can afford. Get started with pre-approval for first-time home buyers today!

With most lenders, the mortgage pre approval cost is free, won’t hurt your credit, and doesn’t commit you to a loan. Learn more and get started with our pre-approval guide.

Many homebuyers boost their borrowing power by purchasing a home with a partner. Discover the benefits and learn how to get a joint mortgage pre-approval.

Here we deep dive into what you can expect when you transition from scrolling through homes online to going to open houses, making an offer, and closing.

Refinancing a home loan when you have a second mortgage means you’ll need a loan subordination. See what to expect, why the delays, and how to speed things up.

No, not really. Lenders run either a soft or hard credit check to pre-approve borrowers for a mortgage. Learn what they are and how they impact your credit.

Homeowners who were previously denied a mortgage refinance may now qualify through RefiPossible™. You may save up to $3k/yr by lowering your monthly costs.

An appraisal contingency helps prevent homebuyers from overpaying, but sometimes they cause offers to be rejected. Learn when to add it, when to waive it.

A guide to breaking down the federal and lender-specific requirements to qualify for an FHA loan and determining if this lending option is a good fit for you.

Here’s an intro to how FHA loans work, how to qualify, and which types of borrowers might be a good match for this type of mortgage.

Tips for comparing the affordability of renting and buying a home, and deciding which one might be right for you.

Here’s what our underwriters take into consideration when reviewing applications from self-employed borrowers.

There is more to a mortgage than meets the eye. Here’s what a mortgage really is, how it works, and the different options available.

Can you qualify for a mortgage? You might want to check your credit score. Learn how lenders handle your credit score and how you can improve it.

Low-income homeowners who were previously denied a mortgage refinance may now qualify through RefiNow™. You may save up to $3k/yr by lowering your monthly costs.

Should you apply for a digital mortgage? Online lenders offer a wide range of benefits for homebuyers and refinancers who are looking to save time and money.

Trying to decide between a fixed-rate mortgage and an adjustable-rate mortgage? Here’s the difference, and how to figure out which home loan is right for you.

If you’re refinancing a mortgage, locking your interest rate now can help you save money in the long run. Here’s how to decide if you should lock your rate today.

A home’s value is important when buying, selling, or refinancing. Learn why it matters and 10 factors that have a significant impact on how much a home’s worth.