Securing a VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is the first step in getting a VA home loan. Learn how to get started on the path to homeownership with a VA COE.

Paying off your mortgage early reduces the amount that you’ll pay over time, but is it a good idea? Figure out if paying your mortgage early is worth it or not.

Can a recent graduate get a mortgage and buy a house? Check out our guide to learn the challenges of home buying as a new grad, your loan options and more.

Curious if you can get an FHA loan when you're self-employed? Read our article for a breakdown on FHA self-employed guidelines and tips on how to qualify.

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) can help you leverage the equity in your home. Learn how they work, their requirements and how to estimate your HELOC.

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.

Are you on the hunt for a rent-to-own home? Read our helpful guide on the different ways you can go about finding a rent-to-own home that fits your needs.

Wondering about the guarantee fee on a USDA loan? Uncover the meaning of a guarantee fee, how it works and more about its role in the home buying process.

If you’re struggling to come up with a down payment, you may still be able to qualify for a home loan. See your options for buying a house with no money down.

The Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA), or Fannie Mae, purchases and backs mortgage loans for borrowers. Learn more about how Fannie Mae works.

Getting a mortgage after a divorce? If you’re looking to buy or refinance on your own, here’s what you need to know.

Are you applying for an FHA loan? Read on to learn about the FHA mortgage insurance premium (MIP) you’ll need to pay in addition to your mortgage payment.

While having multiple home equity loans is uncommon, you can have as many as you qualify for. Learn how it works when you have more than one home equity loan.

Refinancing after divorce is a good way to divide up property and remove one party’s name from the mortgage. Learn more about post-divorce refinances here.

Wondering what the difference is between a buyer’s market and a seller’s market? Learn how they differ and how these market states affect buyers and sellers.

Interested in investing in tax lien certificates? Read our guide to learn the potential risks and rewards of tax lien investing, plus how to get started.