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Learn all you need to know about jumbo vs. conventional loans. Explore interest rates, requirements, and who should use which loan type.

American homeowners have never before had so much home equity. But how do you take equity out of your home? And should you? Learn more here.

The best mortgage lenders for first-time buyers offer helpful guidance, flexible loan programs, and great customer service. Explore your options here.

The best online mortgage lenders have a streamlined digital mortgage process, low rates, and great customer service. Explore the best online lenders here.

Learn how to become a landlord in 7 steps; from buying a rental property to managing and maintaining your home. Here's what you need to know.

The Adverse Market Refinance Fee made it more expensive to refinance over the last year. Now, that fee has been removed. Learn more here.

If you receive an MI removal notification letter, what should you do? Read this to discover how MI works, and how to remove MIP or PMI from your home loan.

The best VA loan lenders have low rates, affordable fees, excellent customer service, and VA expertise. Learn more about our top picks here.

The best cash-out refinance lenders offer low interest rates, affordable fees, and great service. Learn more about the 8 best cash-out lenders here.

A mortgage teaser rate is a low introductory rate that can rise later on. These interest rates offer great deals, but they can be risky. Learn more here.

An energy efficient mortgage lets you buy or upgrade a green home with energy efficient improvements. Check your EEM options here.

Is an ARM loan a good idea right now? If you're thinking of getting one, you need to learn about the pros and cons of ARM loans in today's market.

Does refinancing hurt your credit? Done correctly, the effects of refinancing should be tiny. But you need to know how to protect your score.

What's the relationship between mortgage rates and inflation? Learn why high inflation might cause mortgage rates to go up this year.

Buying a condo can be a great idea. But there are certain risks and costs that come with condo ownership. See the pros and cons of buying a condo here.

The Fannie Mae HomeStyle loan lets you buy a home and carry out renovations with one mortgage. Learn about HomeStyle rates and requirements here.

An assumable mortgage lets you take over an existing loan at its current interest rate and terms. When is an assumable mortgage a good idea?

A new rule from FHFA caused a sharp increase in investment property mortgage and second home mortgage fees. Here's what you need to know.

Current list of government and private relief programs to help homeowners and renters economically affected by COVID-19.

What is home equity and how does it work? Learn how to calculate your home equity and how having equity can benefit you.