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Mortgage requirements are easing up. That's good news for home buyers. It may be easier to buy with low credit or a low down payment than it was in 2020.

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

Biden's proposed $15,000 home buyer tax credit is now in Congress, along with a $25,000 home buyer grant. Learn about what both programs would entail.

CFPB has proposed extending the foreclosure moratorium through Dec. 31, 2021. That would mean no COVID-related foreclosures until 2022. Learn more here.

Many experts are saying it's a horrible time to buy a house. But that's not true for everyone. Here are 5 reasons it could be a great time to buy a home.

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.

Home buyer grants can help first-time buyers who had a financial setback during Covid. Learn about current assistance programs and how to qualify.

Mortgage rates moved up last week, and it looks like they'll keep rising in 2021. But how high will rates go? Should you try to lock in now?

If your home was damaged during winter storm Uri, you might be eligible for federal aid. Here's a list of current Texas disaster relief programs.

Under the Biden Administration, HUD is expanding the Fair Housing Act to protect LGBTQ individuals. Here's what that means for renters and home buyers.

Many mortgage pros believe President Biden will cut FHA mortgage insurance premium (MIP) rates. Here's what that means for you.

Thanks to a new policy, FHA is now accepting DACA home loans. Learn about the pros and cons of FHA loans and whether you qualify for financing.

If its proposal is accepted, the VA plans to offer mortgage relief for up to 60,000 VA loan holders who are struggling financially due to COVID.

Find out who took gold in JD Power's 2020 mortgage lender satisfaction study, and learn how to choose a mortgage lender that's right for you.

Learn what Biden's presidency means for mortgage rates, housing policy, real estate, and renters in the coming years.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's 0.5% refinance fee is delayed until December 1. But to avoid the fee and higher refinance rates, you need to apply sooner than that.

A new fee will be added to conventional mortgage refinances on September 1. Will this mean higher refinance rates? For some, it's likely.

Due to coronavirus, there are new rules for self-employed home buyers who want to use FHA loans. Learn about new lending rules here.

One lender is offering mortgage rates below 2%. But there's a cost to get such a low rate. Learn more about who can get today's record-breaking rates.