Maggie Overholt, contributor

See current mortgage assistance programs that can lower your monthly mortgage payment or provide other forms of homeowner relief.

A no-down-payment mortgage or down payment assistance program could help you buy a house with no money. Find out if you're eligible.

See which banks and lenders offer the best mortgage rates. Find the best rates for conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loans.

Learn about the best mortgage lenders on the market. Compare top lenders for mortgage rates, customer service, and loan options.

Just about any lender can offer self-employed mortgage loans. But there are additional requirements for self-employed borrowers.

Mortgage rates fell for three weeks in a row, putting them at their lowest level since September. Here's what it means for you.

Buying a house with bad credit can involve extra hurdles. Here are five steps to help you qualify for a mortgage and get the home you want.

A cash-out refinance or home equity loan can be a cheap way to access your home's cash value. But which loan makes more sense for you?

Lender credits are an arrangement where the mortgage lender pays some or all of your closing costs in exchange for a higher interest rate.

This simple three-step guide shows you how to apply for a mortgage. It also includes six tips to help your chances of approval.

Is a HELOC or home equity loan better? That depends on how you'll use the loan. See the pros and cons of HELOCs vs. home equity loans here.

Explore four no-down-payment mortgage options that could help you buy a home with very little out of pocket.

You can typically refinance your home as many times as you want. But it has to make financial sense to do so. Here's how to decide.

30-year mortgage rates fell below 5% this week for the first time in three months. But will lower last? Here's what you should know.

15-year mortgage rates chart showing current and historical 15-year mortgage rates compared to 30-year rates.

It pays to shop around when you refinance. Learn about the ten best mortgage refinance companies and find out which one's right for you.

Learn about current USDA eligibility requirements and income limits to qualify for a zero-down USDA mortgage.

What is a mortgage and how does it work? This basic article explains how to finance your home purchase with a mortgage loan.

Streamline Refinance programs waive income, asset, credit and employment verification, simplifying the approval process. Appraisals aren't required, either.

This week, average mortgage rates dropped below 3% for the first time since September. But the downward trend likely won't last. Here's what to do.