Articles by Maggie Overholt - Page 2

The Federal Reserve meeting this week should hold key information for mortgage rates. But the impact might surprise some borrowers. Here's why.

See the pros and cons of conventional vs. VA vs. FHA refinancing. Compare refinance rates and learn about cash-out options.

30-Year mortgage rates just passed 3% for the first time since June. And with big changes driven by the Fed, higher rates could be here to stay this time.

Self-employed first-time home buyers face obstacles other buyers don't. Learn what to expect and how to get mortgage-approved.

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.

Wondering when to refinance your home? Here are 3 trusted ways to evaluate refinance rates and savings to find out if a refinance is worth it for you.

A Loan Estimate (formerly called a Good Faith Estimate) shows you all the details of a mortgage before you agree to it; including interest rate, APR, terms, fees, and more. Learn how to read a Loan Estimate here.

Mortgage rates tick up and down every day. But why? Who sets mortgage rates? And how can you get a lower mortgage rate? We explain here.

Believe it or not, it's possible to buy a house with no money out of pocket. Learn tried-and-true strategies to lower or eliminate 3 major up-front costs.