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Title insurance: What you need to know
A bad title can cause complications and turn your dream home into a nightmare. Use this guide to learn how title insurance can protect your property purchases.
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Recording fees, defined and explained
What are recording fees, how much will they cost you, and what will happen if you don’t pay them? Find all the answers in our guide to recording fees.
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What happens when you pay off your mortgage
Paying off a mortgage is a great achievement that impacts your credit score, mix of accounts and utilization rate. Here are the facts to consider.
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Mortgage loan limits are on the rise
Rocket Mortgage has updated conventional loan limits. Mortgage limits have gone up for most. Read on for details as well as FHA and VA loan limits....
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What is a mortgage maturity date and how does it work?
A mortgage maturity date indicates when you’re expected to make your last mortgage payment. Learn more about how maturity dates work and how to find yours...
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How the federal funds rate affects mortgage rates
The federal funds rate helps regulate the U.S. economy, but it can also affect mortgage rates. Learn how it can affect you as a home buyer and homeowner.
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Easement appurtenant: What it means and how it works
An easement appurtenant gives nonowners limited access rights to a property. Find out how this type of easement might affect your property.
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eMortgage: What is it and how does it work?
An eMortgage is a convenient option that uses electronic documentation and signing processes. Learn about how it works and whether it may be right for you.
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Servicing fees for mortgages: What they are and how to avoid them
Borrowers can face mortgage servicing fees in certain situations. Discover what mortgage fees to avoid as a homeowner, including late payment and recast fees...
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Primary mortgage market explained
Wondering what the primary mortgage market is? Check out our guide to learn all about the primary mortgage market and how you can navigate it successfully.
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Foreclosure: What it means and how to avoid it
If you’re behind on your mortgage and facing foreclosure, you still have ways to avoid losing your home. Learn how to confidently navigate this legal proc...
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Quiet title action, explained
Quiet title actions help resolve disputes over property ownership. Learn how this legal process works and when it’s necessary to clear title issues.
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What is a mortgage reinstatement?
Mortgage reinstatement can be a vital lifeline for borrowers who have missed payments and want to avoid foreclosure. Learn more about how it works here.
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Buying by state: This is the average mortgage payment in Pennsylvania
The average mortgage payment varies by state. What is the average mortgage payment in Pennsylvania? Estimate what you might pay for a home in Pennsylvania.
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What is the average mortgage payment?
Wondering what you can expect for your monthly mortgage payments? Learn about the average mortgage payment and the factors that affect it.
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What is considered ‘debt’ when applying for a mortgage?
What is considered ‘debt’ when applying for a mortgage? Our guide describes what monthly debt payments lenders consider when approving a mortgage.
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Solid offers come with a Verified Approval Letter
A Verified Approval Letter shows the seller that your offer should be taken seriously. Learn how a VAL can be an advantage that gets your home offer accepted.
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Earnest money: What is it and how much is enough?
Earnest money protects buyers and sellers in a real estate transaction. Learn how an earnest money deposit works and how it can also make your offer stand ou...
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