How do mortgage lenders know if you borrow your down payment? They have their ways. Here's how to get your funds together the right way and get approved for your loan.

In a seller's market, you have to be on your toes and ready to move quickly. Here's how to compete successfully.

The mortgage interest tax deduction is one of the most popular parts of the tax code, and it impacts millions of homeowners. Here's what you need to know about your potential savings.

Sometimes, you should take a second mortgage to repay student loans. Here's how to decide.

A HELOC refinance involves many factors. Here's a rundown on all your options when your HELOC rate increases.

Home prices are rising as demand for housing outstrips demand. You may be able to take advantage of this demand if you play it smart and follow these tips.

Marriage equality has changed the way LGBT couples get mortgages. While there is no such thing as an LGBT mortgage, couples should consider these factors when applying for a mortgage.

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A mortgage commitment letter tells everyone involved in a home purchase that your lender is ready and willing to loan you what you need to buy your home.

The Energy Efficient Mortgage is an add-on to your home purchase or refinance loan that allows you to finance energy-related home improvements.

Investor with more than 4 properties financed? Use Fannie Mae's standard 5-10 Properties Program. How to apply plus today's mortgage rates.

Millennial homebuyers are finally becoming a force in real estate markets. Here's what you need to know about making the leap to homeownership as a young adult.

ARM mortgage rates can make borrowing a little riskier for some borrowers because they can change over the life of the loan. But they can also save you a lot of money. And they are safer than you think.

Rising mortgage rates mean higher payments, and that impacts home affordability. But the relationship is more complicated than that, and the news may not be as bad as you think.

It's important to know how to choose a home builder because guessing wrong could be very expensive. Here is what you need to know.

FHA-insured properties must meet minimum health and safety standards. What you need to know, and how to get your home FHA approved. Updated for 2017.

New mortgage credit guidelines can help you qualify for a home loan if you have liens or judgments in your credit history.

How to buy a home and get the best deal. The lowest price is not always the cheapest way to buy. Learn about other concessions and how valuable they can be.

Buying a home without considering utility costs is like buying a car without checking the gas mileage. But many forget to do this when they go shopping.

Mortgage closing costs come in many forms -- from the all-inclusive origination charge to a slew of "junk" fees that could be anything. Guess what? It doesn't matter what they are called.