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.

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.

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.

Some mortgage servicers arrange impound accounts to collect fees from home buyers. But how do they work, and do they benefit you? Keep reading to find out.

If you’re considering buying a home, you’ve probably seen the term “mortgagee.” Learn who a mortgagee is, and what role they play in ...

There are a number of reasons why a borrower might want to break the loan agreement for their fixed-rate mortgage. Learn about whether this is possible here....

Our Rocket Mortgage^® mobile app is the best way to manage your existing mortgage and handle the application process on the go. Check out the f...

A YOURgage® loan is a custom mortgage that can allow home buyers greater flexibility with their mortgages. Read more about YOURgages and their requiremen...

A mortgagor is an individual or organization that borrows money to purchase real estate. Learn about mortgagors versus mortgagees and their relationship.

Financial and living situations often change over time. Here are some steps and considerations to keep in mind when trying to remove a name from a mortgage.

A subordinate mortgage can be a complex topic with implications for borrowers. Uncover important realities you need to know about mortgage subordination.

Blanket mortgages finance multiple properties under one loan. Uncover the pros and cons of blanket loans to see if this type of financing is right for you.

A dry closing occurs when everything but payment is completed at closing. Find out what a dry closing is and which states allow dry closings.

A bundle of rights describes the legal rights associated with property ownership: the right of possession, control, enjoyment, disposition and exclusion.

In certain cases, you can use second mortgage interest deductions to reduce the amount you owe when you file taxes. Read our guide to learn if you qualify.

When it comes to buying a home, interest rates are everything. But how are they determined, and how can you find the best one for you? In this episode of The Re...

You might be required to pay mortgage insurance, and this episode of The Red Desk explains how it’s calculated, how much you might pay, and how long you&r...

A mortgage payoff statement can be a useful piece of documentation for some borrowers to request. Learn about what a payoff statement is and how it works.