Mortgage lenders needed 42 days, on average, to get buyers to the closing table last months. Need to close more quickly that than? Use these tips to speed your purchase mortgage approval.

Will the FHA reduce the MIP its new (and existing) homeowners pay in 2014? An analysis, plus today's live FHA mortgage rates.

You don't need a 20% downpayment to buy a home. Mortgage guidelines are loosening and mortgage rates are low. Read more and get today's rates.

Want to get your mortgage approved? Your odds can improve when you apply with more than one bank. Read more about "investor overlays" here.

The HARP program has been expanded to include more U.S. homeowners. See who's affected and get today's live HARP mortgage rates.

FHA mortgage rates are low, and downpayment requirements are small. Here's how to apply and get approved for an FHA-backed mortgage.

What does 43 years of mortgage rate data tell us about the market for 2014? Read up, and look ahead for rate-locking advice.

There's an FHA loan for just about anyone. Read about FHA loans, how to get one, and where to access to today's live FHA mortgage rates.

Want cash for home improvement projects? Use the traditional "cash-out" refinance, or look to the FHA and VA home improvement loans.

Foreclosures sell for an average discount of 17%, but foreclosed homes are getting harder to find. Here's where to look, and how to get the best mortgage deals.

Mel Watt was confirmed as Director of the FHFA. What this means for U.S. homeowners and mortgage rates; and the timetable for HARP 3.0.

Momentum behind the HARP 3 / #MyRefi refinance program is gaining. The program may soon launch. Here are 4 changes HARP 3.0 may include.

Mortgage rates are moving more sharply than during any time in the last five years, at least. So, did you miss your chance for low rates? What's coming next? Advice and analysis of what's ahead for mortgage rates.

The VA loan approval process follows six simple steps. Check your VA eligibility here, and get today's live mortgage rates direct with no obligation.

Has HARP 2.0 run its course? Falling demand at LTVs over 125% may spur the release of HARP 3. Read more and get today's mortgage rates.

The HARP 3 mortgage program can be passed without congressional approval. Read more about HARP 3, what the FHFA is doing about it, today's live mortgage rates.

Mortgage rates are dropping and may be headed toward 4 percent. It's a second chance to refinance. Read analysis and get today's live mortgage rates.

Home buyers can extend their purchasing power via the FHA's ultra-high loan size limit. Download FHA loan limits for all U.S. counties.

Congress reconvenes Monday, Sept 9, 2013 and HARP 3 awaits in committee. How will the program look when it passes, and what will be included?

VA mortgages allow for 100% loans and no MIP. They also give access to the IRRRL -- among the biggest values in mortgage refinancing.