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How to get a loan to purchase land
Land loans are used to finance the purchase of a plot of land. However, securing this financing is different from other loans. Here’s what you should know.
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What is a physician mortgage loan?
No-to-low down payment physician mortgage loans are targeted at doctors–but are they right for you? Learn how to decide, and explore your other loan options.
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A guide for understanding home improvement loans
Home improvement loans can help you finance anything from a few cosmetic changes to a major renovation. Figure out what loan option is right for you.
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Conforming loan limits in 2025
Conforming loan limits update every year to adapt to the change in home prices. Learn how much the conforming loan limit is for 2025 and more with our guide.
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Home improvement grants to fund your next repair project
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.
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Tiny home financing and loan options
Limits on how small a mortgage can be could force potential buyers of a tiny home to pursue financing alternatives. See your options for tiny home financing.
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How to get a loan for flipping houses
For those looking to fix up and flip a real estate property, getting financing is usually necessary. Find out how to obtain a loan for flipping houses.
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What is Freddie Mac's Home Possible® loan?
Freddie Mac’s Home Possible® program offers low down payments and fees for low-income buyers. Learn if the Home Possible program can help you buy a home.
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HomeReady® mortgage: How to apply for this loan
A HomeReady mortgage can assist you in the home buying process, offering you a lower down payment. Learn more about how to apply for a HomeReady loan program.
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What is a bridge loan and how does it work?
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.
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Wraparound mortgages explained: Everything you need to know
Wraparound mortgages offer the convenience of seller-backed financing, but they aren’t without risk. Learn more about this mortgage loan type here.
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What is an assumable mortgage and how does it work?
An assumable mortgage allows the buyer to take over the seller’s mortgage payments. Find out what you need to know before going with an assumable loan.
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What is a reverse mortgage and how does it work?
A reverse mortgage allows homeowners further up in age to borrow against a portion of their home equity. Figure out if this loan option is right for you.
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What is a nontraditional mortgage?
A nontraditional mortgage is a home loan that doesn’t fit the criteria for conventional loan types. And it’s usually a little easier to qualify for.
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Construction loans: Everything you need to know
Always dreamed of building a custom-tailored home? A construction loan could help to make that a reality. Learn what construction loans are and how they work.
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What is an open-end mortgage and should you consider getting one?
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Native American home loans: What you need to know
If you’re a member of an indigenous community, you may have Native American home loan choices. We’ll take a look at these and other mortgage financing options.
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Reverse mortgage foreclosure: Everything you need to know
At risk of foreclosure on your reverse mortgage? Learn more about the reverse mortgage foreclosure timeline and how you can avoid foreclosure on your home.
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