A fully amortized loan isn’t as confusing as it may sound. Read about how fully amortized loans work, what they’re for and what the payments consist...

Closing costs can sometimes present a financial barrier for home buyers. In cases like these, applying for a no-closing-cost mortgage can potentially help.

Explore non-owner-occupied mortgage rates, key requirements, and financing options for your investment property goals to determine what’s best for you.

A bridge loan can allow you to finance a new home before selling your current one. Learn about how bridge loans work and whether you should consider one.

Wondering whether a single-purpose reverse mortgage may be right for you? Learn what it is and the pros and cons of a single-purpose reverse mortgage.

For USDA loans, mortgage insurance isn’t technically required, but there are similar fees. Find out about these attractive mortgage deals for rural hom...

If an event triggers the foreclosure process on your reverse mortgage, you can still avoid losing the property. Learn more about the timeline and your options.

A 40-year loan term can bring down your monthly payment in exchange for paying more overall interest and some riskier features. Learn more about 40-year loan...

Home improvement grants are a type of financial aid for homeowners to make necessary repairs to their home. Check out our guide to find grant resources.

Fannie Mae HomePath is a program that helps home buyers purchase distressed and foreclosed homes at potentially lower prices. See if it’s right for you.

Learn about USDA loan closing costs, what they include, who pays them, and how to roll them into your loan or get them covered so you can leverage this loan.

The USDA’s Section 504 Home Repair program can be a vital lifeline for eligible homeowners who are in need of a loan or grant. Learn how this program work...

Land contracts are a form of seller financing where the seller holds the title while the buyer makes payments. Learn how they work and whether they're right for...

Conforming loans comply with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac rules and are thus eligible for purchase and resale to investors. Find out what that means for you.

The USDA eligibility map helps home buyers find properties that can be financed with a USDA loan. Learn more about the USDA eligibility loan map and how to use ...

With a holding mortgage, a home seller acts as the lender to a buyer. Find out what a holding mortgage is in more detail, and discover its pros and cons.

Discover how a USDA Streamline refinance can lower your mortgage rate and simplify the process when interest rates fall, along with a host of other benefits.

Do you have a reverse mortgage but want out of it? Read to learn more about how to get out of a reverse mortgage and why it might be a good option for you.