A lien gives a lender or creditor the ability to claim a property to pay off a debt. Learn how they work and about other types of property debt.

Wondering how bankruptcy affects a mortgage? Learn what happens to a mortgage if you file for bankruptcy and what it could mean for future home 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.

Thinking about buying a foreclosed property? Check out our comprehensive guide to the process to see if buying a foreclosure might be right for you.

How much home equity loan you can get depends on your home’s value and your mortgage balance. Here’s how to find out exactly how much you can take o...

Are you looking to finally pay off your mortgage? Congratulations on the achievement! Here’s how you do it.

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 h...

Escrow fees ensure a secure exchange of funds between buyer, seller, lender and other parties. Read on to learn what they cost and who pays for them.

Refinancing from an FHA loan to a conventional one offers several benefits. Learn how to refinance from an FHA loan as well as other pros and cons.