Deciding between buying or renting your next home? Learn more with our guide, including how to use a rent vs. buy calculator to help you make a decision.

Wondering if you can use a VA loan for a mobile or manufactured home? Find out what’s possible and whether a VA loan makes sense for you.

You’re approved for a loan, you’ve found the perfect home and you’re ready to put in an offer. Learn the five steps to making an offer on a house.

RESPA protects prospective home buyers by increasing lender transparency and outlawing certain predatory real estate practices. Find out more here.

Looking to refinance with bad credit? Learn the options of how to refinance your mortgage with bad credit and what steps you can take to start the process.

It can be helpful to know the pros and cons of a home equity loan if you’re considering applying for one. Here’s what you need to know before you begin.

Zombie foreclosures demonstrate the risks of leaving before foreclosure ends. Understand these homes and their potential to resurface and create problems later.

Hazard insurance protects your home from natural disasters. Learn what it is, what is covered under hazard insurance and how it’s different from homeowners insurance.

Home appreciation tracks how a property increases in value over time. Learn how appreciation works and how you can raise your home's value before selling.

If you’re preparing to buy a home, it’s important to understand the difference between an appraisal and an assessment. Read on to learn how they compare.

Concerned that you’re falling behind on your mortgage payments? Learn how to avoid mortgage delinquency, plus how to get out of it with help from your lender.

It takes time to apply and get approved for a home equity loan. Find out about how long the process takes from start to finish, as well as what to expect.

Moving to a neighborhood with an HOA? You should be prepared to pay some extra, unexpected feed. Here's what you need to know about special assessments.

Purchasing your first home is a major achievement – so make sure you're financially ready for it. There are several costs to consider when buying a house.

Discover the role of earnest money deposits with VA loans. Learn how earnest money affects your VA loan offer so you can make informed decisions when buying a house.

Some mortgage documents contain important info you should hold onto for tax purposes. But how long should you keep mortgage statements? Find the answer.

An FHA adjustable-rate mortgage is designed for borrowers who want to make an easier transition to homeownership. Learn how it works, plus pros and cons.

An EEM, also known as a green mortgage, can help finance upgrades to make your home more energy-efficient. Explore EEM loan options to help save on utilities.