Kyle Hiscock, contributor

The FHA mortgage program features looser guidelines, lower rates, and requires less down payment than loans of other types. Is the FHA loan right for you?

The old real estate adage -- "Location, location, location" -- may not be the most important piece of advice today's home buyers need to hear.

How long does it take to get a mortgage approved? For home purchases, it may be longer than you think. Tips to speed thing up, plus access to today's live rates.

Home buying costs vary from zero dollars to tens of thousands of dollars, depending on your loan and whether you're using seller concessions. Read more.