Can’t decide where to put down roots? If you’re looking for a safe spot to avoid natural disasters, identity theft or burglary, you might want to buy a home in Columbia, Maryland. The city was just named the country’s safest place in America.

A mortgage rates drop can save you money. Be sure you're ready to take advantage when this occurs.

Homeowners have seen serious gains in equity this year. According to the latest data, the average owner saw their home equity jump 9.4 percent since 2018 — an aggregate increase of $775.2 billion across the nation.

The waiting period before you can make a mortgage application after a "significant derogatory event" has been cut by half. Get more on Fannie Mae's update.

Homeowners are planning to spend big this holiday season — but not just on gifts. According to a new survey, a whopping third of homeowners are planning home improvements this season, opting to spend 10 times what most Americans have allotted for gifts.

You can find jumbo home loans with down payments as low as 5 percent. And there are other options as well.

If you like the mortgage you have, but want to cash out some of your equity, check out this list of best banks for home equity loans for 2019.

"Don't buy coffee. Save for a house." You hear it a lot. But does skipping Starbucks put a dent in your down payment? We don't think so. Regardless, we're giving away a $250 Starbucks gift card to one lucky home buyer.

VA purchase loans are way up because they offer advantages no other mortgage program can touch. Learn about VA financing and see if it's the best loan for you.

When deciding when to accept a lower price, take a good hard look at your market, your situation and your property's desirability.

Your guide to buying a home and being ready for your closing, including "What to Bring" and why you should never bring a personal check to a settlement.

One million dollars. In some markets, that's a lot of money. In others, it only gets you a typical home. What would you buy with $1 million?

Here's what's on the style horizon for 2019: Get ready for a pop of color, big statements, bold kitchens, floral patterns, and eco-friendly accents. Let’s look at what interior designers and homeowners will be doing to their homes next year.

It turns out Millennials aren’t as bad with money as most assume. In fact, according to a new report from Bank of America, the Millennial generation is actually just as good — if not better — at managing their money than past cohorts were.

Natural disasters are on the rise — and according to a new survey, homeowners are woefully underprepared. Few have flood insurance, most don’t have generators and even fewer have a safe room or shelter in case of emergency.

Selling a home can be stressful. Follow these tips to get the most money and minimize your time on the market.

Getting your offer accepted by a seller is exciting but stressful, too. Here's what to expect, and what you need to do once you get your first accepted offer to buy a home.

Digitization is on the rise across the real estate industry. According to a new survey of experts, homebuyers will likely encounter chatbots, eclosing processes, digital notaries and online communication portals as we head into 2019.

Where are the nation’s oldest and youngest homeowners? According to a new analysis, older homebuyers flock to warmer climes in Florida, Arizona and Hawaii. Younger ones? You’ll find them in Utah, Iowa and Texas.

December is the best month to buy a home below market value: Find out why.