Dan Rafter, contributor

There are a few ways to handle your mortgage during a divorce. These divorce mortgage options will help both parties transition smoothly.

Today's mortgage programs have reduced upfront home-buying costs. Here's how much money you typically need saved to buy a house.

You don't always have to sell your house before buying another. Today's housing and mortgage markets offer options for a relaxed housing transition.

Lenders do not require couples to be on the mortgage together. A spouse with lower credit can be removed from the application to help the other qualify.

Fewer than 25% of mortgage consumers apply with more than one lender. Know these time-proven strategies to find the best loan and rate for you.

Making a major purchase can affect your mortgage qualification status. But there are a few smart ways to make big purchases while buying a home.

Increase your home buying power by pooling your resources with a friend or relative. But, proceed wisely when entering into this arrangement.

A debt-to-income ratio is not just a number for lenders to use. Buyers can calculate it themselves and use it to estimate their comfortable home payment.