Bidding wars typically drop as we get into fall, but according to new data 2019 is bucking that trend. In fact, bidding wars actually rose in September.

Leading housing authorities give mortgage and refinance rate predictions for 2020.

How do Millennials and Gen Zers feel about buying a home? According to a new study, they're pretty optimistic (and a bit fearful).

Don’t want to pay full listing price? According to a new forecast, you may not have to — especially if you choose the right location.

VA loans allow 100% financing, never require mortgage insurance, and offer mortgage rates which are the lowest of what's around.

Most people still think you need at least ten percent down to buy a home, according to the NAR. That's just not true. You can buy with zero, three, 3.5 or five percent down with many products.

If you already own a home, then you’re in luck. According to a new study, home values made their biggest climb in five years last month.

Knowing the difference between Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac can help you get approved for a mortgage. Here's what you need to know.

DIYing can be a smart way to save money. But according to a study, not all DIY projects are created equally.

2020 mortgage rates forecast: What do the experts say we can expect in terms of real estate financing costs?

Payment-to-income ratios are down, and in early September, housing affordability hit a 32-month high, according to new data.

Three in five Americans think they might not qualify for a mortgage. But their odds are better than they think. Learn how to qualify with any background.

The hottest housing markets aren't big cities or metros. According to new data, they’re smaller, outlying cities with more affordable housing.

Believe it or not, it's possible to buy a house with no money out of pocket. Learn tried-and-true strategies to lower or eliminate 3 major up-front costs.

According to new data, the share of renters who are burdened by their housing costs has hit its highest rate in five years.

For millions of Americans, Fannie Mae has a lot to do with whether or not you qualify for a mortgage and how much you'll pay. Here's what you should know.

For millions of Americans, Freddie Mac has a lot to do with whether or not you qualify for a mortgage and how much you'll pay. Here's what you should know.

There are two main reasons that people who apply for mortgages get denied. Know the pitfalls so you can avoid them and get approved sooner.

Refinancing your mortgage with bad credit might not be a straightforward decision. Here's what you need to know to make the most of a bad credit refinance.