Estimated reading time: 6 minutes As mortgage rates have gone up, so has the popularity of temporary mortgage buydowns. Temporary buydowns allow homebuyers to lower a mortgage rate…
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Estimated reading time: 1 minute A comparative market analysis (CMA) is an estimation of a home’s value that is usually conducted by a real estate agent before listing a home. The…
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes There were more than 18 million veterans in the U.S. in 2023, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). If you’re one, there…
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes If you’re in the market for a mortgage, you’ve probably come across lenders that offer Pre-Approvals and Verified Approvals. And this may have…
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes After reaching their highest levels since 2000 last October–around 8%–interest rates for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages have settled lower and are…
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Purchasing a home is one of the most meaningful financial decisions you can make. As you do, a key factor to consider is how much of a mortgage…
Is now a good time to buy a house? Here are 5 tips to help you determine if now is right for you. Quick Takeaways Gauge your financial health as you decide if now is still a…
Does paying off your mortgage early sound too good to be true? Well, becoming mortgage-free may be easier than you think. There are a few paths many homeowners take—from paying down…