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What is a home equity loan? A complete guide

A home equity loan is a second mortgage that allows you to use your home as collateral to borrow a lump sum. Read this complete guide to home equity loans.

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Is a mortgage secured or unsecured debt?

A mortgage is typically secured because your home serves as collateral. Learn how secured vs. unsecured debt works, what happens if you miss payments, and more.

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Where the top 2026 NFL Draft prospects grew up and what their hometowns reveal

See where top 2026 NFL Draft prospects are from, where they went to high school, and how their hometowns helped shape their path to the pros.

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5/1 vs. 7/6 vs. 10/6 adjustable-rate loans: A guide

When buying a home with an adjustable-rate loan, the reset schedule will affect your budget. Learn how 5/1, 7/6, and 10/6 ARMs differ and which might suit you.

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Should you make one extra mortgage payment per year?

Making an extra mortgage payment each year could help you save on interest. Use this guide to figure out how much difference it will make for your finances.

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Final walk-through checklist: What to look for

The final walk-through is often the last step before closing on your home. Learn how it works, what to watch out for during it, and what to do if you find is...

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Real estate investing: How many mortgages can you have?

Are you looking to expand your real estate portfolio? There is technically no limit to how many mortgages you can have, but lending rules still apply.

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Woman reviewing multiple pages of loan agreement with eye glasses in her hand.

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Understanding loan estimates, or 'good faith estimates'

A loan estimate, or a “good faith estimate,” is a standardized document detailing your loan’s terms. Here’s how to use one before get...

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Deed in lieu of foreclosure: What is it and is it right for you?

A deed in lieu of foreclosure is an option that could allow you to stay in your home and protect your credit. Here’s how it works.

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