Home Loan News and Advice from Experts You Can Trust

December 2018 will be an important month for mortgage rates. Economic turmoil abroad, falling oil prices, and market uncertainty are finally helping consumers secure lower rates. Now could be the time to act.

It pays to have a great credit score — especially if you’re buying or refinancing a home. According to new data, buyers with premium credit scores save more than $30,000 over the life of their loan compared to those with scores on the lower end of the spectrum.

Today’s young adults are willing to sacrifice some comforts to keep their costs down when they buy a home. But other amenities are still considered indispensable.

Seeing the word “bargain” in a listing doesn’t make it true. In fact, according to a new analysis, in more than a third of the nation’s largest housing markets, most “bargain” home listings offer little or no savings at all.

2019 mortgage rates forecast: What do the experts say we can expect in terms of real estate financing costs?

Thinking of renovating in 2019? You might want to add a few basic safety features to your tick list. According to a new study, a large number of homeowners are woefully underprepared for emergencies — especially house fires. 

What do the experts say we can expect from real estate in 2019?

Average down payments aren’t as big as you think. Most home buyers only put down about 5%. Find out the right down payment level for you.

Million-dollar homes are on the rise. According to new data, over 100 new neighborhoods joined the $1 million housing market this year, and in one city? Million-dollar houses now make up 81 percent of all housing in the area.