Buying a house that's listed as for sale by owner (FSBO) is different from buying through a real estate agent. Discover the process of buying a FSBO home.

If you’ve invested in rental property, you may enjoy some tax benefits. Learn the top 6 tax benefits of owning rental property from deduction to depreciat...

While you can tour homes without it, mortgage preapproval makes it easier to find a real estate agent and it can persuade sellers to take your offer seriously.

If you’re considering buying a house in a flood zone, you should weigh pros, cons, and potential risks. Read on to learn more about moving into a flood zo...

Restrictive covenants are rules in the deed that limit how the homeowner can use their property. Learn more about these rules and how they may affect you.

Searching for real estate investors? Explore the top ways to find real estate investors and factors to consider when pursuing partnerships.

Review the basic requirements for a home equity line of credit (HELOC) and check out step-by-step instructions on how to apply for one.

A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage is a government-insured loan that allows seniors to convert their home equity into cash. See if a HECM is right for you.

Considering whether to refinance your jumbo loan? Learn more about the refinancing process, plus how to compare today’s jumbo refinance rates.

A home inspection contingency allows buyers to respond to results within a specific time frame. Learn how to successfully navigate and reply to an inspection.

A vacancy rate is a metric used in real estate investing that shows how many available units in a property are unoccupied. Learn more about vacancy rates here.

Non-arm’s length transactions involve buying property from someone you know. These transactions have unique tax and legal implications you need to be awar...

Rent control is a legal provision capping how much landlords can charge in rent for some rental units. Learn about rent control law and how rent control works.

Our Jumbo Smart loan simplifies the process of qualifying for a jumbo mortgage. Read on for details!

A cash-in refinance is a type of refinancing that occurs when a lump-sum payment is made, lowering the principal. Here’s how to decide if it's right for y...

Lenders sometimes offer HELOC borrowers a choice between fixed-rate HELOCs and variable-rate HELOCs. Learn how fixed-rate options work and how to choose.

Cash-out refinances and HELOCs can help homeowners secure funds when they need them. Learn the difference between the two and choose which is best for you.

What is SOFR, and how does it affect your mortgage interest rate? Learn more about how lenders use the Secured Overnight Financing Rate to set interest rates.