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If you live in a neighborhood that has a homeowners association (HOA), you can expect to p...
You may be able to borrow against the equity in your home to buy a second property, like a...
You can use your home equity to pay for a car, but it's not generally recommended. Find ou...
Looking to increase your home's value? Here are six things you can do to help boost your a...
If you’re planning on refinancing your mortgage loan, here’s what to know about how the pr...
Financing a garage or shed can enable quick access to funds for the project, but it can al...
You can take equity out of a paid-off house for a home improvement, an emergency expense ...
Paying off a HELOC ahead of schedule can save you money because you'll pay less interest, ...
If you sell your home through a short sale, you'll likely have to satisfy a waiting period...
A mortgage rate lock is when your lender agrees to keep your interest rate the same until ...
A home equity loan and home improvement loan are two options to pay for home projects. One...
You can get a home equity loan on a rental or investment property if you have sufficient e...
Down payment assistance programs help reduce the upfront costs of buying a home, making ho...
A home equity loan allows you to borrow against the equity in your house, but you need a g...
There are several ways to cancel your private mortgage insurance (PMI) and save money.
Closing costs include various fees you have to pay to close on a home loan; they can be su...
As of 2022, the tax deduction for private mortgage insurance (PMI) has expired, though you...
It's possible to use a HELOC to pay off your mortgage. But should you? Consider the benefi...
You may be able to borrow against the equity in your home to pay for home improvements usi...
Getting an FHA construction loan involves working with a licensed builder to design your h...
A deed of trust is a legal document that establishes property as collateral for a home loa...
Savings and loan associations offer savings accounts, CDs, money market accounts, checking...
Mortgage deferment is short-term financial relief available on some loans, by which you po...
There are several key differences between a 10/1 adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) and a 30-y...
Need to exit your reverse mortgage? Here are strategies that can help you repay the loan.
You can tap into your investment property’s equity using a HELOC. Learn how to meet the re...
Private mortgage insurance (PMI) can help you buy a home with a down payment of less than ...
A mortgage lien gives a lender the right to foreclose on your property if you default on m...
A bridge loan could help you buy and sell a home at the same time. Here’s what to know abo...
If you’re thinking about applying for a car loan with fair credit, here’s what you need to...
If you’re considering a mortgage loan with no-down-payment requirement, here’s what you ne...
Refinancing your HELOC is a great way to make your HELOC more affordable or lengthen your ...
Before applying for a mortgage for a vacation home, make sure you understand the specific ...
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, these steps will guide you through the process and answe...
Individual and institutional investors buy pooled mortgages, known as mortgage-backed secu...
A down payment isn't required to refinance a mortgage. But you will pay closing costs—and ...
A 3% down mortgage can be a game-changer for a first-time homebuyer struggling to save eno...
Struggling to pay the bills? Here are 10 ways to save money on rent.
If you’re thinking about getting a new mortgage loan or refinancing an existing one, here’...
Think your old second mortgage was settled? Not always. A zombie mortgage can come back to...
Home equity loans let you borrow against your home's equity, which you could use to pay of...
A 10/1 ARM will lock in your mortgage rate for the first decade of your loan term. After t...
VA loans offer attractive borrowing terms and down payments as low as 0%, but they also in...
No-closing-cost mortgages limit the closing costs required upfront, either by rolling them...
A broker price opinion can help you decide how much to list your home for by providing an ...
Lender credits reduce the amount you pay out of pocket at closing and increase your intere...
Banks and credit unions both offer mortgages, but it's important to understand how they're...
Here’s what you need to know about the different types of mortgage lenders and how to choo...
VA loans are a benefit designed to help veterans buy homes. But are they your best option?...
Want to build your dream home? A construction-to-permanent loan can help you finance both ...
You can qualify for a mortgage if you're self-employed, but you'll need documented income,...
Understanding how the right of rescission works can help you make sure you’re not being ta...
When you die, your heirs take over the balance of your home loan as well as the property i...
With a 7/1 ARM, you'll have a fixed interest rate for the first seven years, and your rate...
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