Loan types
Understand the different loan types to figure out which ones might be right for you.
15-year vs. 30-year mortgage comparison
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Adjustable rate mortgage tips
Learn why some buyers opt for a loan with a changing mortgage rate
FHA loan tips
Learn how FHA loans can make home buying more affordable
Fixed rate mortgage tips
Learn how this popular loan type works and what to expect
Home equity loan tips
Learn how to leverage your home equity with a home equity loan
Jumbo loan tips
Learn about your options for loans that exceed conforming loan limits
VA loan tips
Learn about the incredible benefits VA loans offer for service members
Additional loans
Learn about less common types of mortgages and whether they're right for you
Loan comparisons
Learn how different types of mortgages stack up
Featured resources
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The pros and cons of bridge loans
A bridge loan is a short-term loan that lets a homeowner use the equity in their home when buying a new home. Learn about the pros and cons of bridge loans.
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Bridge loan vs. hard-money loan: What's right for you?
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Using a HELOC for a down payment on a second home
Want to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) for the down payment on a second home? Learn about how it works and other options for funding a down payment.
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Super conforming loans: A guide for borrowers
Don't let high-cost housing markets cloud your home buying dreams. Learn about how a super conforming loan could be your key to unlocking homeownership.
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Fannie Mae removes minimum credit score for mortgages
Along with Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae has removed credit score minimums on conforming conventional loans. Learn what it means for mortgage qualification.
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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...
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