Nonoccupant co-borrowers can make a big difference in the qualifying process for an FHA loan. Learn the requirements for using this process effectively.

Planning on purchasing a home with an FHA loan? Make sure it can be FHA-approved with our useful FHA minimum property standards checklist.

Securing a VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is the first step to getting a VA home loan. Learn why you need a VA COE and how to get one.

Wondering what a nonconforming loan is and how one works? Learn about your mortgage options and see whether a nonconforming loan is the best option for you.

The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) mortgage protections include reducing interest rates to 6% in specific cases and guidelines related to foreclosures.

“Nontraditional mortgage” is a broad term for home loans that aren’t a 30-year fixed mortgage. Here’s how they work and how to qualify f...

Conforming loan limits update every year to adapt to the change in home prices. Learn how much the conforming loan limit is for 2026 and more with our guide....

The conforming loan limit in most areas in 2025 is $806,500 for one unit. A home above this limit may require a jumbo loan. Learn about jumbo loan limits.

Learn FHA reserve requirements for 2025—what qualifies as reserves, how many months you need, and exceptions. Get clear answers and see if you qualify tod...

Learn FHA DTI ratio requirements for 2026, max limits, front‑end vs back‑end, and how to calculate and lower your DTI. See examples. Get prepped to apply.

Learn how an FHA Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM) can finance cost‑effective upgrades, lower utility bills, and boost comfort. See requirements and get started.

Learn how FHA construction-to-permanent loans fund your build and convert to a mortgage with flexible credit and low down payments. Compare options and apply.

Home equity loan closing costs typically range from 3% to 6% of your loan amount. Explore t...

A HELOC allows you to tap into your home equity for many purposes. Learn how it works, how to qualify, and how to know if it’s the right option for you.

Understand FHA income and employment rules, from job history and gaps to self-employment and VOE. See what lenders verify to qualify and get ready to apply now.

Learn 2025 FHA student loan guidelines: How lenders count payments, DTI examples, IBR and deferment rules, and approval tips. Start now. Get preapproved today.

Learn the step-by-step FHA loan process – from preapproval to closing –with timelines, requirements, and costs explained. Prepare and apply wit...

A fully amortized loan isn’t as confusing as it may sound. Read about how fully amortized loans work, what they’re for and what the payments consist...