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What credit score do mortgage lenders use?

Mortgage lenders use several credit scores to qualify borrowers and determine the interest rate they offer. Learn more before you start the home buying journey.

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40-year mortgage: An explanation and the pros and cons

A 40-year mortgage can lower monthly payments, but it costs more and isn’t widely available. Learn how a 40-year home loan works, pros and cons, and al...

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Fixed rate history: Mortgage rate history from 1971 to present

See the 30-year fixed mortgage rate history from 1971 to the present, including averages and trends by decade. Learn how rate cycles affect buying and refinanci...

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Can you break a fixed-rate mortgage?

A fixed-rate mortgage has many benefits, including a reliable payment for the entire term. If you want to end your contract prematurely, it may cost you.

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Home loan options for seniors

You can take out a home loan at any age. Mortgage loans for seniors range from conventional loans to asset-backed funding.

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6 questions unmarried couples should ask before buying a house

Buying a house as an unmarried couple is a huge milestone, but may come with a few extra hurdles. You can protect yourself with some paperwork.

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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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The mortgage constant explained

The mortgage constant is the annual principal-and-interest cost as a percent of your loan. You can use it to compare fixed-rate loans and debt service costs.

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Refinancing: What is it and how does it work?

Learn what mortgage refinancing is, how the refinance process works, and when it might make sense. Compare refinance options to see which one fits you best.

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