If you're eyeing a new home purchase, you're probably wondering where home prices are headed in 2022. Here's what you should know.

Is it okay to switch mortgage lenders once you have been pre-approved or does locking a rate commit you to a lender?

A rapid rescore can raise your credit score by 100 points or more within days. It is an important tool for home buyers with fixable credit issues.

It can be challenging to pick the best type of refinance loan for your situation, but this guide will help you understand your best refinance options.

Changing jobs probably won't jeopardize your mortgage approval, but switching careers might. Understand how lenders will view your move.

Home equity ascended to a new peak in the third quarter and mortgage borrowers should weigh their options before tapping into it.

Buying a house with student loan debt can be tough. But new FHA student loan guidelines are making things easier for buyers.

Rising home prices caused loan limits to increase. Find out what the new conforming and FHA loan limits are for mortgages in 2022.

A Community Seconds loan can cover your down payment and closing costs, putting you in a house with no money out of pocket.

Will mortgage rates go up in 2022? Most experts say yes, but they're split on how much rates will rise. See 2022 mortgage rate predictions here.

Home values are rising, and homeowners are no longer sitting on their equity. These cash-out options are helping owners accomplish financial goals.

Physician mortgage loan programs can provide great deals for doctors. But they might not always be the best option. Learn more here.

House hacking means buying a home, renting all or part of it, and using that income to cover your mortgage payment. Learn how house hacking works.

Cash-out refinance vs. no-cash-out refinance: What's the difference? Learn about the pros and cons of each. And discover which loan suits you better.

2022 loan limits will be announced this month. And it's likely we'll see FHA and conforming loan limits close to $1 million. Here's what it means for you.

2021 was a tough housing market. Will things improve in 2022? Read our housing market predictions from 7 real estate experts to find out.

Streamline Refinancing is a faster way to lower your rate on an FHA, VA, or USDA loan. Why aren't more homeowners using it?

There's no need for a down payment to refinance. However, you do need to have home equity. Here's what you should know.

Fannie Mae's RefiNow program can help lower-income homeowners refinance into a lower rate and monthly payment. Learn how it works and who qualifies.

Freddie Mac's Refi Possible helps low-income homeowners save on their interest rate and monthly payments. Learn how it works and who qualifies.