Nearly Half of Homebuyers Don't Shop for a Mortgage
January 13, 2015
It’s no secret you need cash on hand to get a mortgage, but the way you handle that cash can seriously derail your homeownership chances.
It’s no secret you need cash on hand to get a mortgage, but the way you handle that cash can seriously derail your homeownership chances.
A home is one of the costliest purchases most consumers make, but half of them don't check with more than one mortgage lender to find the best deal.
The Federal Housing Administration is lowering private mortgage insurance (PMI) premiums for low-down payment mortgages.
Why would you put more money down on a house than you have to? There are several reasons — but that doesn't mean it's the right decision for everyone.
There is a way to buy a home with less than 20% down while avoiding the dreaded mortgage insurance, effectively lowering your monthly payment.
Are you buying or refinancing a home in a high-cost market and need a big mortgage loan? Here's how to find the loan program that works best for you.
A newly married couple had found the home they wanted, but when they started applying for a mortgage, they had a problem: secret credit card debt.
As challenging as it may be to finance an alternative property type, it can be done. Here's how to get a mortgage for an unconventional home.
It's fairly common for parents to help their children buy a home. But what if you want to buy a home for your parents?
Your spouse’s credit can make or break your mortgage. A score imbalance (hers is high and his is low) can mean a lower interest rate, or not qualifying at all.
