Buying a homeOctober 30, 2023What should home buyers do right now? Opinions from housing expertsWith strained affordability from high prices and mortgage rate growth, home buyers face a challenging market. Here's what the experts advise.
Mortgage NewsOctober 27, 2023Family Matters: How Home Buyers are Leveraging RelativesProspective home buyers are getting creative in a tough housing market, using their family members to save money and split costs.
Buying a homeOctober 24, 2023Best Ways You Can Save for a Down Payment on a HouseDiscover how to take control of your financial future and save for a down payment on your dream house.
Buying a homeOctober 23, 2023How to Calculate Mortgage InterestExplore how mortgage interest impacts your home financing journey along with strategies to secure the best mortgage rates.
Real EstateOctober 20, 2023State of the Housing Market: Fall 2023With high mortgage rates taking a toll on home buyers and sellers alike, will the fall bring relief to the housing market?
Mortgage NewsOctober 18, 2023The ‘I Do’ Home Fund: How Young Couples are Using Wedding Gifts for Down PaymentsDiscover how young, first-time home buyers are reshaping the path to homeownership by swapping traditional wedding gifts for gift money for down payments.
Buying a homeOctober 9, 2023What Is Closing Day for Home Buyers?What is closing day for home buyers? It's the day the home you're buying finally becomes yours. Here's everything you should know.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 27, 2023Should I Buy a House Now or Wait? Why High Mortgage Rates Shouldn’t Scare YouShould I buy a house now or wait until 2024? Explore the pros and cons of purchasing a home in today's market versus waiting.
About MortgagesSeptember 26, 2023How Much Does It Cost to Build a House?If you're thinking about building a home, it's important to know all the costs to figure out your budget and the best way to finance it.
Conventional LoansSeptember 25, 2023Do Home Sellers Prefer Conventional Home Loans?Discover the pros and cons of conventional home loans and why many sellers prefer them over government-backed ones.
First-Time Home BuyersSeptember 22, 2023Can I buy a house without a 2-year job history? (Podcast)You typically need a two-year job history to buy a house. But there are exceptions to that rule. Learn how to buy a house without a two-year job history.
Mortgage ProductsSeptember 19, 2023Fannie Mae: Mortgage Programs and How They WorkEver wondered about Fannie Mae and its spectrum of "conforming" mortgages? Read on to discover your home loan options and eligibility criteria.
Buying a homeSeptember 12, 2023How to Buy a House Without a RealtorIf you're wondering whether you can buy a house without a Realtor, the short answer is yes. You can certainly buy a house without one.
About MortgagesSeptember 11, 2023Home Loan Origination Fee: The Inside ScoopThe home loan origination fee is the sum you pay to your mortgage lender for processing and approving your loan. Discover more here.
Buying a homeSeptember 7, 2023How the Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation loan works: 2025 guidelinesIs the Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation loan right for you? Here's how the CHOICERenovation loan is different to the HomeStyle and FHA 203 (k) loans.
Buying a homeAugust 30, 2023Contingent vs. Pending: The Difference Between These Real Estate TermsContingent vs. pending. You often see these terms in real estate listings. But what lies behind these labels? Read on to discover the difference.
Economic NewsAugust 29, 2023How the Housing Market Is Reverse CrashingThe 2023 housing market finds itself in a unique spot, with high mortgage rates causing a "reverse crash."
Real Estate NewsAugust 28, 2023Is it Worth Pausing Your Home Buying Search in Today’s Market?Between the lack of for-sale listings and high interest rates, many wonder if they should hold off on home buying until conditions change.
Mortgage ProductsAugust 23, 2023Non-QM Loans: Guide for First-Time Home BuyersIf you don't fit into a traditional financial profile, non-qualified mortgages can be a way to still become a homeowner.
Real Estate NewsAugust 9, 2023Least Expensive U.S. Housing Markets Where You Can Buy a Home TodayWith high costs deterring many potential home buyers, check out the most affordable housing markets according to Attom.
