FHA compensating factors help borrowers qualify for an FHA loan. Learn what lenders consider a compensating factor and how it can help you get an FHA loan.

Trying to decide between a HELOC and a home equity loan? Learn the differences between these borrowing options and how to choose which is best for you.

If you’re looking to do a home equity loan or otherwise do a cash-out refinance in Texas, you should know there are some special rules to follow.

You can buy a condo with a VA loan as long as you’re eligible and the condo complex is VA approved. Learn more about using a VA loan to buy a condo.

Will your home equity loan require an appraisal? Most likely, so explore our guide to learn more about home equity loan appraisals and how you can prepare.

You can utilize your home's equity using a reverse mortgage, home equity loan or HELOC. Take a look at our guide to learn about the pros and cons of each.

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...

A HomeReady mortgage can assist you in the home buying process, offering you a lower down payment. Learn more about how to apply for a HomeReady loan program.

Master the basics for calculating how much house you can afford with an FHA loan. We’ll explore additional factors and tips for increasing your buying pow...

Wraparound mortgages offer the convenience of seller-backed financing, but they aren’t without risk. Learn more about this mortgage loan type here.

Explore how you can get preapproved for an FHA loan, what you’ll need to qualify and how the preapproval process works for this type of loan.

An FHA jumbo loan lets you borrow a higher loan amount and make a lower down payment. Check out our guide to FHA jumbo loan limits and requirements.

An assumable mortgage allows the buyer to take over the seller’s mortgage payments. Find out what you need to know before going with an assumable loan.

A reverse mortgage allows homeowners further up in age to borrow against a portion of their home equity. Figure out if this loan option is right for you.

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

Always dreamed of building a custom-tailored home? A construction loan could help to make that a reality. Learn what construction loans are and how they work...

VA home loans are an affordable mortgage option for current and former service members who qualify. Learn about the minimum credit score needed to qualify for a...

Loan limits cap the amount you can borrow for a mortgage, but VA loans usually don't have a limit. Learn when a loan limit might apply and how they work.