Mortgage Strategy

Mortgage rates maintained a tight range in 2025. Will they trend downwards in August? Here's what the experts think.

You can’t typically remove someone from a mortgage without consent, but alternatives like refinancing or legal action may help.

Learn how to remove someone from a mortgage without refinancing. Explore loan assumption, modification, and other ways to keep your home.

You want to know how to get out of a joint mortgage. Don't be nervous. It can be a straightforward legal and financial process.

Wondering, "Can I add someone to my mortgage without refinancing?" Learn your options, from title changes to rare loan assumptions.

Need to know how to remove someone from a mortgage? We break down the steps, your options, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

How soon can you refinance a mortgage? Most homeowners have no waiting period, or only have to wait six months after buying or refinancing.

Wondering how to get equity from your home without refinancing? Discover the cheapest ways to get equity out of your house without getting a new mortgage.

Looking for the cheapest way to get equity out of your home? Compare HELOCs, home equity loans and cash-out refinancing to find the best option.

No income verification refinance loans are a thing of the past. But current refi programs and non-QM loans may be able to help you.

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.

Bank statements say a lot about a mortgage applicant. Check for three common issues when turning your account paperwork in to your lender.

Should you save or invest when planning to buy a home? Learn how your timeline and risk tolerance can shape the strategy for a down payment.

Can you get a HELOC on a paid-off house? Yes—and it may be easier than you think. Here’s how it works and what to consider before applying.

Having trouble saving enough to buy a house? Learning about down payment assistance could be the difference to becoming a homeowner.

Waiting to buy a home? Rising prices and rates could cost you more. See how delaying your purchase affects long-term costs.

Cash out refinancing on a paid off house lets you turn home equity into cash. Learn how it works, its pros and cons, and how to qualify.

We compared online mortgage marketplaces based on educational quality, usability, and real-user feedback to help you find the right platform for your home loan search.

Explore how Millennials and Gen Z approach homeownership differently—from co-buying and house hacking to relocating and buying fixer-uppers.

Yes, you can invest in real estate with little or no upfront costs. Here’s how to buy rental property with no money down.