Buying a home - Page 17

Buying a condo vs. renting can be a tough decision. Renting offers flexibility, but buying a condo builds wealth. See more pros and cons here.

6 low- and no-down-payment mortgage options for today's home buyers. Find out how you can buy a house with no money down and a low interest rate.

Compare the best USDA lenders to get a great deal on your home loan. USDA loans require zero down payment and have below-market interest rates.

Is now a good time to buy a house? Low rates will help some first-time buyers, but COVID will hinder others. Here's what you should know.

Many mortgage pros believe President Biden will cut FHA mortgage insurance premium (MIP) rates. Here's what that means for you.

Buying a house sight unseen can give you an edge in a competitive market. But there are risks that come with sight-unseen homes. Here's what to know.

An iBuyer uses technology to make instant cash offers to home sellers. Buyers can then purchase homes on the iBuyer platform. Here's how it works.

Thanks to a new policy, FHA is now accepting DACA home loans. Learn about the pros and cons of FHA loans and whether you qualify for financing.

If you want to buy a home but can't get a mortgage, you might consider a lease option or "rent-to-own home." But these are risky. Here's what to know.

Buying a foreclosed home isn't as easy as it used to be. But good deals can still be found. Here's how to buy a foreclosed home with a mortgage.

DTI, your 'debt-to-income ratio,' includes taxes and insurance as part of your mortgage payment. Here's how to find your DTI with taxes and insurance.

In the mortgage process, 'escrow' is when funds are held by a neutral third party until the mortgage closes. Learn how escrow works here.

Conventional loans have a few basic property standards, but no in-depth home condition requirements. You likely want a home inspection anyway.

PITI stands for Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance: the 4 parts of your monthly mortgage payment. Find out why your PITI payment matters.

If you want to buy a house but don't know where to start, start here. We explain how to buy a house in 10 approachable steps. You can even do step 1 today.

Waiving a home inspection could make your offer more competitive. But experts say waiving a home inspection isn't a good idea. Here's why.

Mortgage rates shot up after the 2016 election. But will they do the same in 2020? See our mortgage rate forecast and historical perspective here.

If you want to build your own home, you'll likely need a construction loan. Learn how construction loans work and why they're different from mortgages.

If you want to build your own home, you'll likely need a construction loan. Learn how construction loans work and why they're different from mortgages.

Here are 16 questions to ask a mortgage lender that will ensure you get the right loan type, lowest mortgage rate, and best overall deal on your home loan.