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Mortgage Basics - 7-MINUTE READ
Victoria Araj - Jan 23, 2024
What To Know About The Mortgage Payment On A $200K Loan
Loan term, interest rate and other factors can impact the mortgage payment on a $200K loan. Learn more about the monthly payments on a $200K mortgage.
Mortgage Basics - 6-MINUTE READ
Miranda Crace - Jan 23, 2024
How To Get A Mortgage With A Seasonal Income
Getting a mortgage when you have seasonal income can be a bit difficult. Read our latest guide on how to qualify for a mortgage when you have seasonal income.
Mortgage Basics - 7-MINUTE READ
Victoria Araj - Jan 23, 2024
What Is Manual Underwriting And How Does It Work?
Manual underwriting is one of the ways a lender can review your loan application for approval. Learn more about what this means for you and your loan.
Mortgage Basics - 7-MINUTE READ
Ashley Kilroy - Jan 16, 2024
Regulation Z (The Truth In Lending Act): Defined And Explained
Regulation Z protects borrowers by requiring that lenders provide important loan information like terms and APR. See how Reg Z works and what it enforces.
Mortgage Basics - 7-MINUTE READ
Victoria Araj - Jan 11, 2024
8 Mortgage Myths And Truths
Do mortgage myths make buying a home feel out of reach? Read on to learn some truths about the mortgage process. You might be more qualified than you think!
Mortgage Basics - 5-MINUTE READ
Kevin Graham - Jan 4, 2024
How Quiet Title Actions Evaluate The True Ownership Of A Property
A quiet title action is a legal process that determines the true owner of a property. Understand when and why you may need to “quiet” challenges to your title.
Mortgage Basics - 4-MINUTE READ
Miranda Crace - Dec 29, 2023
Can I Make Principal-Only Payments On My Mortgage?
Making principal-only payments on your mortgage can save you on interest over time. Learn how to make a principal-only payment and pay off your loan faster.
Mortgage Basics - 4-MINUTE READ
Melissa Brock - Dec 21, 2023
What Are Mortgage Servicing Rights?
Mortgage servicing rights (MSR) are often transferred to a third-party that takes over the administrative tasks of servicing a mortgage in exchange for a fee.
Mortgage Basics - 4-MINUTE READ
Sarah Sharkey - Dec 21, 2023
Interest Rate Caps: What Are They And How Do They Work?
An interest rate cap limits how much your interest rate will rise on an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). Find out more about rate caps and how they work.
Mortgage Basics - 5-MINUTE READ
Dan Rafter - Dec 20, 2023
Deficiency Judgment: What Is It And How Does It Work?
Read our guide to find out what deficiency judgments are in real estate, how they work in foreclosures and what mortgage borrowers should know about them.
Mortgage Basics - 5-MINUTE READ
Molly Grace - Nov 17, 2023
Who’s Responsible For A Mortgage After The Borrower Dies?
Ever wonder what happens to a mortgage when you die? Read on to learn what happens to a home when the owner dies and what to do if you inherit a property.
Mortgage Basics - 6-MINUTE READ
Patrick Chism - Nov 9, 2023
Do You Have An Underwater Mortgage? Here Are Your Options
If you owe more than your home is worth, you have an underwater mortgage. Find out the early indicators and what to do if you are underwater on your mortgage.
Mortgage Basics - 5-MINUTE READ
Sarah Sharkey - Oct 31, 2023
Understanding Owner-Occupied Properties: What Investors Should Know
Owner-occupied investments are properties in which the landlord both owns and lives in a home. Understand the pros and cons of owner occupancy before you buy.
Mortgage Basics - 5-MINUTE READ
Kevin Graham - Oct 27, 2023
Forbearance Agreement: What It Means For Your Mortgage
A forbearance agreement allows borrowers to temporarily suspend their mortgage payments during unexpected financial hardship. Read about forbearance agreements.
Mortgage Basics - 8-MINUTE READ
Kevin Graham - Oct 27, 2023
What Is Loss Mitigation?
Loss mitigation is the process in which borrowers and lenders work to create a plan to avoid foreclosure. Learn more about loss mitigation options here.
Mortgage Basics - 7-MINUTE READ
Victoria Araj - Oct 24, 2023
What Are Seller Concessions?
Seller concessions are closing costs that the seller has agreed to pay, but is it a reasonable request? Learn more about seller concessions and how they work.
Mortgage Basics - 3-MINUTE READ
Sarah Sharkey - Aug 30, 2023
Recording Fees, Defined And Explained
Wondering what recording fees are, how much they’ll cost you and what will happen if you don’t pay them? We have all the answers here with our quick guide.
Mortgage Basics - 5-MINUTE READ
Dan Rafter - Aug 29, 2023
Understanding The Right Of Redemption In Real Estate
A right of redemption helps homeowners recover their homes if they are at risk of foreclosure. Understand your legal protections as a borrower with our help.