Being house poor means most of your income goes toward your mortgage. See how people become house poor and learn how to keep it from happening to you.

A government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) is a federally backed entity that boosts credit in the mortgage market. Learn about GSEs and how they work here.

Alleviate some of the stress that comes with closing day by preparing the items you’ll need to bring to the closing table ahead of time. Read to learn ...

An FHA Streamline Refinance can decrease your monthly mortgage payments on an FHA loan. Learn more about the benefits, requirements and current rates.

A home equity loan can be a good option if you need a lump sum of cash. Discover what you can use a home equity loan for and how repayment works.

If you want to build a fence on your property, there are rules you must follow. Here’s what you need to know before building a fence on a property line.

The BRRRR Method is a real estate investment strategy that involves flipping distressed property. Learn about the steps involved in the BRRRR strategy.

Compound interest is the money you earn on the interest that accrues on an account, investment or loan. Learn how to calculate compound interest and more her...

Solar loans provide financing for solar panels and solar installations. Learn more about solar loans and whether one can make solar affordable for you.

A mortgage note is a legal document that defines the terms of the loan for the borrower and lender. Learn more about mortgage notes and why they’re imp...

A par rate is a rate charged to a borrower based on DTI and other factors. It doesn’t include discount points or other adjustments. Read on to learn mo...

Mortgage forbearance allows you to pause payments on a mortgage. Read on to learn about how forbearance works and whether it’s right for you.

Curious which states have the lowest or highest house prices? Check out our complete breakdown of median home prices by state for 2024 and more in our guide.

Cash-out refinancing helps you leverage your home equity into cash. Learn more about the pros and cons, and check current rates to see if it's right for you.

The Federal Reserve didn’t change the target for the federal funds rate, but the details matter. Here’s a full breakdown!

Considering an FHA cash-out refinance? Check out our guide to the FHA cash-out refi, including requirements and an explanation of how the process works.

Getting approved for a home equity loan looks a little different when you’re self-employed. Learn what lenders look for and explore some alternative op...

Americans 65+ can save money on their mortgage with options like rate and term refinances. Explore senior refinance programs to make it easier to qualify.