In select areas, the FHA 203k rehab loan limit will rise from $35,000 to $50,000. Learn where to find these "Opportunity Zones" and how to buy in one.

Buying a foreclosed home can be a cheap, but foreclosures are becoming harder to find. Here's where foreclosed homes are most common and how to buy one.

Thanks to what experts are dubbing “The Silver Tsunami,” the country’s housing inventory woes may soon come to an end.

VA loans are usually the best option for U.S. military veterans, but not always. When to choose another loan type, plus, see today's mortgage rates.

It’s Black Friday, and if you’re looking to fix up or redecorate your house, there are dozens of discounts, specials, and day-only doorbusters to help.

It’s no secret that refinancing has surged in recent months. But according to new data, it’s actually making up more than half of all closed mortgage loans.

Thinking of investing that windfall in the stock market, rather than paying off your mortgage? You may want to think again.

Mortgage rates tick up and down every day. But why? Who sets mortgage rates? And how can you get a lower mortgage rate? We explain here.

Finding yourself in a bidding war can be a big disappointment — especially if you had your heart set on the home. Here are three sure-fire ways to win out.

Rents largely remained static last month, but according to a new analysis, about a quarter of renters are still having problems affording their payment.

The national rate of foreclosure has officially hit its lowest point in at least 20 years. And overall underwater mortgages are down, too.

Early-stage mortgage delinquencies are on the rise in 2019. Learn what causes delinquency and how to avoid being late on your own mortgage payment.

Americans are sitting on tons of home equity, but recent data shows the use of HELOCs has hit its lowest point in 15 years.

The housing shortage is a problem in many communities, but not all. For some it's actually good news. Here's how the 2019 housing shortage could affect you.

On the hunt for the best place to buy a home? It might be Grand Rapids, Memphis, or even Tucson — but it all depends on your generation. 

The military loan for homebuying, of VA mortgage, is a great benefit for eligible families. However, it's not the only loan available. There are private and other government-backed loans as well.

Thinking of renting out a room for extra cash? Then vet your tenants carefully. Homeowners are evicting renters more often than you think.

FHA mortgage insurance will remain steady in 2020. Here's what that mean for homeowners and home buyers. Some can still get rid of FHA MIP this year.

There’s a reason why housing inventory is so low: Homeowners are staying in their homes longer than ever. According to a new analysis, homeowners in some cities are staying put for over two decades.

Mortgage fees vary greatly from lender to lender — and apparently from place to place. Average fees range anywhere from just $500 nearly $7,000.