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10 Tips to Secure the Best Interest Rate on your Mortgage

Article originally published December 13th, 2017. Updated February 16th, 2023. Buying a home is an extensive process. It includes marshaling your assets, reviewing your credit—and potentially trying to improve it—and shopping for a house that meets your wants and needs. That’s all before you enter the process of applying for a mortgage and considering your... Read More

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You're not going to be able to skip steps in the mortgage lending process. Here's the reality of what it takes to get a mortgage.

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What You Really Need to Know About Today’s Mortgage Lending World
Are you trying to qualify for mortgage financing? Telling your st... Read More

May 7, 2017

Mortgage debt is a desperate struggle in many areas of the country. See where underwater homes are most prevalent.

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15 ZIP Codes With the Most Underwater Properties
Nearly a tenth of homes with a mortgage in the United States were... Read More

May 4, 2017

Many millennials surprisingly opt for local, face-to-face interaction over online tools when buying homes.

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Millennial Homebuyers Still Value a Personal Touch
All the hullabaloo about millennials coveting their social media ... Read More

May 2, 2017

If you own a home in one of these markets, there's a good chance you've had a nice return on your investment.

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The 20 Most Profitable Housing Markets This Year
If you’re looking to buy or sell a home this year, you probably... Read More

April 28, 2017

Mortgage debt is rising fast. Here's a look at the states where it's happening.

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These Are the States Where Mortgage Debt Is Rising Fastest
Mortgage debt is rising fast. Nationwide, the average balance owe... Read More

April 14, 2017

Foreclosure rates across the country continue to improve, but these 10 states are still struggling with above-average residential foreclosures.

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10 States Where Foreclosure Woes Linger
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April 13, 2017