First-Time Home BuyersOctober 29, 2024Zero-Down Mortgages for Today’s Young BuyersDreaming of a new home? Zero-down mortgages provide Millennials and Gen Zers a path to homeownership without needing a large down payment.
Conventional LoansMarch 29, 20243% Down Payment Mortgages for First-Time Home BuyersLearn about 3% down payment mortgage options, including 3% down conventional loans and 3.5% down FHA loans.
Buying a homeFebruary 29, 2024Bank Statement Mortgages for Self-Employed and Contract WorkersBank statement loans can help self-employed buyers qualify to buy or refinance a home. Learn how they work here.
About MortgagesDecember 21, 2022How do fixed-rate mortgages work? Is a fixed-rate loan best?Learn how fixed mortgage rates work and why a fixed-rate mortgage is the most popular type of home loan by far.
Mortgage ProductsOctober 6, 2022No-down-payment mortgages: Four zero-down loan optionsExplore four no-down-payment mortgage options that could help you buy a home with very little out of pocket.
Mortgage RatesAugust 25, 2022How ARM rates work: 3/1, 5/1, 7/1 and 10/1 mortgagesARM rates are becoming more attractive as home prices rise and fixed interest rates increase. Here's how to save money with an ARM home loan.
Mortgage NewsJanuary 6, 2022Higher rates coming for high-balance and second home loansConsumers looking for a second home or applying for a high-balance mortgage will have to pay new fees starting April 1.
Mortgage NewsDecember 3, 2021FHA, VA, conventional mortgages increase loan limits for 2022Rising home prices caused loan limits to increase. Find out what the new conforming and FHA loan limits are for mortgages in 2022.
First-Time Home BuyersNovember 30, 2021Physician loans: Mortgages for doctors and medical workersPhysician mortgage loan programs can provide great deals for doctors. But they might not always be the best option. Learn more here.
About MortgagesFebruary 9, 2021APR vs. interest rate for mortgages: Which matters more?APR vs. interest rate: Both numbers are important for comparing mortgages. But which one matters more? That depends on your home buying goals.
Mortgage ProductsJune 26, 2020Low down payment mortgages for every home buyerThere are many mortgage programs for buyers who want no-money-down home loans, or loans requiring just a small downpayment. This is a review of some of them.
Conventional LoansJune 11, 2020Are conventional loan rates higher than other mortgages?A conventional loan can be the best mortgage option in town. The reason is their simplicity, lower rates, and widespread availability. Here's why.
About MortgagesDecember 18, 2019VA loan series: VA vs FHA vs USDA mortgages [VIDEO]There are a number of VA loan service requirements. They determine how much borrowers pay to use the VA mortgage program. VA-qualified borrowers can obtain mortgage financing with very advantageous terms. So how do the advantages (and eligibility requirements) of a VA loan stack up against USDA and FHA loans? Let's find out.
Buying a homeOctober 10, 2019The top two reasons mortgage applications were denied in 2018, and how to avoid themThere are two main reasons that people who apply for mortgages get denied. Know the pitfalls so you can avoid them and get approved sooner.
Cash Out RefinanceAugust 28, 2018Cash-out refinance rules for FHA, VA, conventional and reverse mortgagesIf you're considering refinancing for extra money, know the cash-out refinance rules. They vary with the loan type, and one loan might be better for you than another. Or you might be better off refinancing your home and then just adding home equity loan.