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How to pay your mortgage easily

Making an on-time mortgage payment is easier than ever. Find out which option fits your needs, from setting up automated payments to paying over the phone.

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Loan modification: Defined and explained

A loan modification changes the terms of your existing loan to bring you current by adding past-due payments back to the balance. Understand how it works.

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Mortgage self-service options: Get 24/7 support with no wait

Mortgage self-service options let you get help with your loan and complete common transactions at your convenience. Learn more about what these tools offer.

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What is mortgage servicing and why does it matter?

Mortgage servicing is the management of a mortgage, like taking payments and creating statements. Borrowers should know how it works and why it matters.

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Mortgage forbearance: What it is and how it works

Mortgage forbearance lets you pause or reduce payments during financial hardship. See how it works, what it covers, and what to expect when the pause ends.

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Mortgage credit certificate: How MCCs work

What is a Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC)? This federal tax credit can help first-time buyers save money. Learn how MCCs work, who qualifies, and how to apply...

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What is mortgage insurance? Types, costs, and how it works

What is mortgage insurance? Learn how PMI and MIP work, what they cost, when they're required, and ways to remove or avoid them. Get started today.

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How to get rid of PMI

Learn how to get rid of PMI, when cancellation is allowed, and how refinancing or reappraisal may help reduce your monthly mortgage payment. Start here today.

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Low appraisal: What happens next and buyer options

A low appraisal can affect your mortgage, cash to close and contract. Learn your options for an appraisal gap and how to negotiate with a seller now.

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Why do lenders sell mortgages and how does it affect you?

How does selling mortgages work? Find out why lenders sell mortgages to investors, how the process works, and how it affects you.

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The hidden costs of late mortgage payments

Are you worried about the effects of making a late mortgage payment? Learn more about missing a mortgage payment, including how it affects your credit and more.

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How long does mortgage preapproval last?

Mortgage preapproval estimates how much a lender expects you can borrow and usually is valid for 60 – 90 days. Learn when to apply and what you need to ge...

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What is a co-borrower?

What is a co-borrower? See how sharing a mortgage affects loan approval, home ownership, and credit – and how to decide if applying together is right for ...

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How to buy a house with no money down

Learn how to buy a house with no down payment using government-backed mortgages, assistance programs, and low-down payment loans. Compare your options.

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Escrow fees: What they are, who pays, and what they cost

Learn how escrow fees work, what they may include, who pays them, and how to review your Loan Estimate before closing. Start your mortgage journey.

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First lien vs. second lien: What’s the difference?

Second lienholders agree to be subordinate to the first if a borrower defaults or files for bankruptcy. Understanding this can help you manage your finances.

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Mortgage forbearance vs. deferment: Key differences

Mortgage forbearance vs. deferment can help during hardship. Compare how each works, pros and cons, credit impact, and next steps. Learn your options today.<...

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What is homeowners insurance?

What is homeowners insurance? Learn what it covers, what it excludes, how much it can cost, and why lenders require it before you buy a home. Start here.

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