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Mortgage Articles

Buying a home is probably your life's most costly undertaking. Learn how to find the best lenders and get the best interest rates and you can save tens of thousands of dollars.

Recent Articles

March 18, 2024 | By Margo Winton Parodi

3 Reasons I'm Glad I Didn't Splurge on a Forever Home

They say a home is likely the biggest purchase you'll ever make. Find out some of the benefits of buying a great home rather than the perfect one.
March 17, 2024 | By Kristi Waterworth

3 Lies You've Been Told About Mortgage Interest Rates

Mortgage interest rates aren't as straightforward as they seem. Keep reading for the partial truths within this particular real estate lore.
March 17, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Selling a Home Might Soon Cost You Less. Here's Why

It can cost a lot of money to sell a home. Read on to see why sellers may soon be in for relief.
March 16, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Home Price Growth Is Expected to Slow in 2025. Do These Things Now to Prepare to Buy

Home price gains may start to decline soon enough. Read on to see how to get ready.
March 14, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

Buying an Older Home? Here's One Crucial Thing You Need

A 75- or 100-year-old house may come with charm and beauty -- but potentially also expensive problems. Here's how an emergency fund can save your finances.
March 13, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

My New Home Was an HOA Foreclosure. Could Your HOA Take Your House?

Homeowners associations may have the right to take a home if fines and fees go unpaid. Keep reading to learn how this works.
March 13, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

This Is How Much You Could Save With Lower Mortgage Interest Rates

Review current home loan rates before buying a house. You may be shocked to discover how much money you could save with a lower mortgage interest rate.
March 12, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Home Prices Rose 5.5% in 2023. Are We in for a Repeat in 2024?

Home prices have been on the rise. Will that trend continue? Read on to find out.
March 12, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

Buying Your First Home in 2024? Here Are 18 Mortgage Terms You Need to Know

Knowing the terminology puts you in a better position to navigate the mortgage process. Keep reading for a glossary of home loan terms you'll encounter.
March 11, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

Wondering How Big Your Mortgage Payment Will Be? Here's How to Find Out

Mortgage payments often include more than just principal and interest. Learn more here about what goes into a monthly mortgage payment.
March 10, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

3 Savvy Hacks for Securing the Best Mortgage Interest Rate

Want to buy a house? Keep reading for a few ways to get the best mortgage rate available -- even though rates are up across the board.
March 9, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 Financial Hiccups You Might Face in the Course of Downsizing

Looking to downsize your home? Read on to see why it may not be the savvy financial move you think it is.
March 8, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

This Common Mortgage Advice Might No Longer Apply in 2024

Should you aim to be mortgage-free by retirement? Maybe not. Read on to see why.
March 8, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

This Is the No. 1 Rule My Husband and I Follow When Buying a Home

Whenever my husband and I buy a house, we want to make sure we can afford it on either one of our incomes. Here's why.
March 7, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Affordable Housing Is So Hard to Come By That People Are Living in Storage Units

Struggling to rent a home? Read on for some options.
March 7, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

My Friends Earn $300,000 a Year and Are House Poor. Here's How That Happened

Following one simple rule could help you avoid taking on too much house. Read on to learn more.
March 7, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

One Surprising Downside of DIY Renovations That Many People Don't Talk About

Remodeling a house yourself can save you money, but you need to deal with a lot more complexities in the process. Here's what you need to know.
March 6, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

3 Red Flags Not to Overlook When Shopping for a Home

Shopping for a house needs to be about more than finding a place that looks pretty. Watch out for these three danger signals to avoid disaster.
March 6, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Lessons Learned: How I Got the Lowest Mortgage Interest Rate

Want the lowest mortgage rate? Read on to learn how shopping around and boosting your credit score can help you get it.
March 5, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Never Overlook This One Thing When Negotiating Your Mortgage Interest Rates

Getting a mortgage? There's one aspect to keep on your radar beyond the rate you're offered. Keep reading to learn more.
March 3, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

I Finally Ditched My PMI, But I'm Not Coming Out a Winner. Here's Why

Homeowners can save when they build equity. But additional homeownership costs may eat away at the savings. Read on for one writer's experience.
March 3, 2024 | By Brittney Myers

5 Tips for Navigating the 2024 Housing Market

The 2024 market will likely be similar to 2023's rough ride. Here are a few ways to handle it.
March 3, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

This One Feature of My New House Has Been Truly Life-Changing

I moved into a new house, and the relocation saved me endless stress. Learn what home feature can improve your quality of life more than you may realize.
March 1, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

Home Sellers May Want to Turn Down an Offer if It Includes This Term

If a home offer includes a sales contingency, it may be best to pass it up because too many things could potentially go wrong. Find out why.
Feb. 29, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 Housing Market Predictions for March 2024

What does March have in store for buyers and sellers? Read on to find out.