A lien gives a lender or creditor the ability to claim a property to pay off a debt. Learn how they work and about other types of property debt.

Escrow is important to estate transactions, but what is it? Read our deep dive into escrow, how it works and why it matters when buying or selling a home.

If you think you may need help with your mortgage payments, it’s good to be proactive. Find out what options you have and what to do next to protect your home.

When you make your mortgage payment, you may be paying extra into escrow for your insurance and taxes. Find out if an escrow waiver is right for you.

Not sure what an escrow refund is or even when they occur? Read our article on all things escrow refund related and what to expect when dealing with one.

Escrow fees ensure a secure exchange of funds between buyer, seller, lender and other parties. Read on to learn what they cost and who pays for them.

Knowing how to get out of a mortgage the right way can save you from financial ruin. Read our tips for digging yourself out of your mortgage mess.

Have you received word that your mortgage servicing has been transferred? We’ll go over why this happens, what changes,’ and what to expect.

Are you looking to finally pay off your mortgage? Congratulations on the achievement! Here’s how you do it.

Home buyers sometimes confuse contingent versus pending. Learn the difference between pending and contingent and what the two statuses mean in real estate.

The principal is the amount you borrowed for your loan, while interest is the fee for use of the loan. Learn how each makes up your monthly payment.

PMI can raise your mortgage payment, but you may be able to cancel it once you have 20% equity in your home. Learn how to get rid of PMI and save.

Lenders want to see proof of employment before they’ll approve a mortgage, but can you get a mortgage without a job? Learn about some special circumstances.

A house deed is a physical document legally transferring ownership of real estate. Learn more about how house deeds affect sellers and buyers.

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.

Underwriting is a crucial part of the loan approval process. Learn about what underwriting is, how long it can take, and tips for a successful experience.

Transfer tax is a one-time fee for the transfer of property ownership. Learn how transfer tax is assessed, rules by state and local governments, and how it works.

Mortgage fraud impacts every aspect of the home buying process. We’ll go over common mortgage scams and how you can avoid or spot them.