Buying a home - Page 7

With mortgage rates coming down, will home buying heat up this winter and spark a big year in real estate?

You used to need a 20% or 30% down payment to get a jumbo mortgage. But today, you can find jumbo loans as low as 5% down and no mortgage insurance.

With housing prices and costs of living so high, it's helpful for home buyers to know where their dollars stretch the furthest.

As the FHA mortgage program is fairly flexible, there is no set minimum or maximum when it comes to FHA loan income requirements. See if it's the right choice for you.

Looking for affordable housing options? Discover seven vibrant cities where your total house payment could be $1,100 or less.

Many first-time home buyers wonder how to prepare to buy a house. These 8 steps will get you ready, no matter how close you are to buying.

Thinking about buying a house or refinancing with only one spouse on the mortgage but both on the title? Here are the benefits and drawbacks.

These strategies can help you get a mortgage as a travel nurse by overcoming outside-the-box income and employment situations.

Low-income home loans are gaining popularity in today's market. Here are six loan options to help you buy a house with low income.

A mortgage buydown lets your seller, developer or agent buy you a lower mortgage rate for one, two or three years. Read on to learn more.

Learn the ins and outs of buying a new construction home, including new construction loan types, interest rates, and the loan process.

Homeowners insurance is getting costlier, more restrictive and often harder to get. And insurers are still unprofitable. What's going on?

This 10-step home buying checklist will help you get the home you deserve at the price that's right for you.

Want to buy an affordable fixer-upper? Learn about the best fixer-upper loans as well as the pros and cons of this strategy.

Curious about the financial reality of tiny house ownership? Read on as we delve into the expenses, savings, and factors influencing the cost.

Find your perfect home on a $40,000 income. Dive into our list of top cities where affordability meets your dream of owning a house.

Learn how to buy a house with a 700 credit score, including the best mortgage types and tips to get the lowest mortgage rate.

Find out how much to afford a $1 million home. The answer will vary based on your credit, down payment, and debts.

Looking to break free from a $100K debt burden? Explore cost-effective havens that empower your financial freedom.

Curious about real estate co-ops? Learn how co-ops function, their benefits, and why they're an appealing option for homebuyers.