What is a lender? Mortgage lenders explained
February 19, 2020 in About Mortgages
What is a mortgage lender? Lenders give you money to buy a house in return for repayment and interest. Here are a few kinds of lenders and loans to explore.
Sellers: These home features can help your listing get more attention
February 19, 2020 in Mortgage News Real Estate News
Top-searched home features Want to spark a bidding war when you list your home? Adding a man-cave or she-shed may be able to help. According to new research, these and […]
Mortgage rates today, February 19, 2020, plus lock recommendations
February 19, 2020 in Mortgage Rates Now
Mortgage rates today are driven by movements in financial markets worldwide. When the economy heats up, bond price drop, and rates increase. When the economy pulls back, interest rates tend to fall.
Buying a house from your parents: Pros and cons
February 18, 2020 in Buying a home First-Time Home Buyers
Buying a house from your parents can help you save on down payment closing costs. But there are also unique challenges to buying your parents’ house.
Mortgage rates today, February 18, 2020, plus lock recommendations
February 18, 2020 in Mortgage Rates Now
Mortgage rates today are driven by movements in financial markets worldwide. When the economy heats up, bond price drop, and rates increase. When the economy pulls back, interest rates tend to fall.
How long does pre-approval for a mortgage last?
February 17, 2020 in About Mortgages Buying a home First-Time Home Buyers Mortgage Products Mortgage Strategy
You need to get pre-approved to start house hunting. But how long does pre-approval for a mortgage last? Learn how and when to get pre-approved for a mortgage here.
Worried about paying over listing price for that dream home? You might not need to
February 17, 2020 in Mortgage News Real Estate News
Homes selling above listing price drop Home prices might not be declining, but there’s still good news for homebuyers. According to new data, the number of homes being sold above […]
Mortgage insurance: What is it, why you need it, and how much it costs
February 14, 2020 in Mortgage Strategy
PMI (mortgage insurance) is usually required if you put less than 20% down. Learn how much PMI is, why you need it, and how mortgage insurance benefits you.
Mortgage rates today, February 14, 2020, plus lock recommendations
February 14, 2020 in Mortgage Rates Now
Mortgage rates today are driven by movements in financial markets worldwide. When the economy heats up, bond price drop, and rates increase. When the economy pulls back, interest rates tend to fall.