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.

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.

Along with Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae has removed credit score minimums on conforming conventional loans. Learn what it means for mortgage qualification.

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...

Bridge loans and HELOCs can cover you financially if you need to buy and sell a house at the same time. Learn more about which is best for you.

Considering a VA loan to buy a house? Explore the advantages and disadvantages of government-backed loans in 2025.

Getting a VA loan after bankruptcy is possible, but there’s a process that some may find challenging. Here’s what to expect.

VA home loan occupancy requirements mandate that you live in the property you purchase with a VA loan. Learn more about how to meet this standard.

A spouse or surviving spouse can qualify for a VA loan under certain conditions. Learn the VA loan spouse requirements and other rules for this loan type.

Tackling credit card debt? Learn about using a home equity loan to pay it down, along with the benefits, drawbacks, and alternative methods.

If you have a VA loan and are facing financial difficulties, your options extend beyond a VA loan forbearance. See how to catch up and what to do next.

Are you considering a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage? Learn more about fixed interest rates and find out whether a 15-year mortgage is right for your needs.

If you’ve fallen behind on your VA loan payments, you may be worried about foreclosure. Learn about your options and how to avoid foreclosure.

VA housing grants can provide nonrepayable financial help to make homes more accessible for disabled veterans. Learn more about how these programs work.

If you're interested in buying a home with multiple units and becoming a landlord, an FHA multifamily loan can help. Learn more about how these loans work.

USDA loans may not require a down payment, but they do require guarantee fees. Uncover the meaning and role of a USDA guarantee fee in home buying.

The Department of Veterans Affairs guarantees home loans to eligible military personnel, veterans, and their surviving spouses. Learn more about how they wor...