Buying A Home
Buying a home is a big step. Here is advice, rates and more to buy the home of your dreams.
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What are APR fees on a mortgage?
The APR on your mortgage typically includes some, but not all, fees.
4 min read Apr 01, 2024 -
Best cryptocurrency exchanges and trading apps in May 2024
Increasingly, traders have more and more ways to access cryptocurrencies. Here are some of the top exchanges and apps to trade crypto.
6 min read Apr 01, 2024 -
How much flood insurance is required by mortgage lenders?
If you need a mortgage for a home in a flood zone, your lender will likely require you to purchase flood insurance.
3 min read Mar 29, 2024 -
How a mortgage credit certificate (MCC) lowers the cost of borrowing
Mortgage credit certificates aim to make owning a home a more affordable reality.
6 min read Mar 27, 2024 -
What do home inspectors look for? 6 key things
What a professional home inspector always looks for, and why.
5 min read Mar 27, 2024 -
What is per diem interest? How it works and why it’s charged
You may owe interest on your mortgage right away. Here’s why and how much.
3 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
VA renovation loans: Buying and fixing up a home with one loan
A VA rehab loan can help you make upgrades — but only to essential systems.
6 min read Mar 26, 2024 -
What is manual mortgage underwriting?
For borrowers with credit dings or unusual financials, manual underwriting can be key.
4 min read Mar 15, 2024 -
How to write a letter of explanation for a mortgage
There’s no need to panic, but it’s important to do it right. Your loan may depend on it.
7 min read Mar 13, 2024 -
Younger homeowners more likely to have used retirement savings for a down payment — should you?
Is it worth using retirement savings to fund a down payment on a home?
5 min read Mar 11, 2024
