Starting the process of buying your first home? Use our extensive first-time home buyer checklist to help you prepare and ensure you don't miss a step.

Thinking about buying a HomePath Home? Learn everything you need to know about Fannie Mae’s HomePath properties, and whether buying one might be right for you.

How long is the underwriting process? The process typically takes about 30 – 45 days on average. Learn more about the underwriting timeline.

There’s no limit to the number of VA loans qualified borrowers can take out, but you usually can’t hold multiple VA loans at once. Let’s break it down.

A house title represents the legal documentation that grants property owners their ownership rights. Learn more about how house titles work.

Wondering how mortgage lenders calculate the housing expense ratio? Learn how to find your results by comparing your housing expenses to your pretax income. 

In a competitive housing market, you may ask, “How much above asking price should I offer?” Read on to learn tips for preparing to offer over asking price.

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

Are you considering a home equity line of credit (HELOC)? Uncover how much money you can expect to borrow, alternative financing options and more.

Wondering how long it takes to buy a house? After finding your dream home, you can expect the process to take about 2 – 3 months. Check out this timeline that breaks it down from start to finish.

How big of a house do you need? Learn about the recommended square footage per person and other important factors to consider during your home search. 

A homeowners insurance binder is temporary proof of coverage until an official policy is issued. Learn what an insurance binder includes and how to get one.

A home warranty is a contract covering the repair or replacement of household appliances and home systems. Learn how it works and average plan prices.

Inflation occurs when prices rise relative to the value of the dollar. Learn more about housing market inflation market plus tips for buying.   

For a home buyer, closing costs are typically 3% – 6% of the loan amount. Learn more about how to calculate your closing costs and what’s included in them.

Mortgage protection insurance is an insurance policy that helps the family of the policyholder make mortgage payments after they die. Read on to learn more.

It looks increasingly likely that federal government funding could lapse at the end of the week. Here’s what the government shutdown would mean for mortgages