Everyone makes mistakes. But in home buying? Those mistakes can cost you dearly. Not only can they mean more in costs (think tens of thousands more), but they can also hinder your mortgage loan. Avoid these all-too-common first-time buyer mistakes:

Manufactured homes can be tricky to finance. Here's how personal loans can help.

Mortgage rates are up this week according to Freddie Mac's weekly survey, but house hunters shouldn't lose heart. Here's why.

Affordability is the No. 1 priority for today’s homebuyers, but that’s not all they want in a house. Research shows crime and commutes matter, too.

Want great weather and affordable housing costs? Then consider buying a house in the Southeast. The region is America’s “sweet spot” for both.

The Fed is feeling pressure to lower bank rates at this week's meeting. Learn how Trump and others are influencing the Fed, and how this might affect you.

The American dream home has white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. For Millennials, it's also in the suburbs.

If the Fed decides to cut the federal funds rate at this month's meeting, consumers could see savings reflected in mortgage rates and elsewhere.

According to a new analysis, the U.S. is home to three of the world’s best cities for Generation Z — Los Angeles, Boston, and New York.

Many home buyers assume spring or summer is the best time to buy a house. Experts disagree. Buying in the fall of 2019 can yield huge mortgage rate and home price savings.

A time-proven method to get lenders to compete for your business. Want a ridiculously low rate? Do these 10 steps.

A new app is looking to add more transparency to the homebuying process — particularly when it comes to real estate agents.

Mortgage rates could be headed lower after mounting pressure on the Federal Reserve to make a historic rate cut.

Housing costs are hard for teachers. Starting teachers need to spend about 47 percent of their salary to afford a median-priced rental.

Homeownership equals happiness. A new survey says 93 percent of homeowners say having a house makes them happier than renting did.

Many banks are hesitant to lend to small and new businesses. Fortunately, entrepreneurs can turn to a personal loan for business expenses.

Mortgage rates have dropped to new lows, putting a record number of homeowners "in the money" to refinance and cut their rates by at least 0.75%, says a new report.

Low mortgage rates are pushing more and more Millennials to refinance. Overall refinances jumped 9 percent for Millennials in the last month.