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Mortgage Basics - 5-minute read
Dan Rafter - February 05, 2023
The SCRA provides financial and legal protections to servicemembers called to active duty. Explore our guide to learn more about SCRA protections and benefits.
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Mortgage Basics - 4-minute read
Ashley Kilroy - February 05, 2023
A mortgage note is a legal document that defines the terms of the loan for the borrower and lender. Learn more about mortgage notes and why they’re important.
Sidney Richardson - February 04, 2023
Can you pay for your mortgage with a credit card? Use this guide to learn when it's a good idea, when it's not, and some alternative options to consider.
Mortgage Basics - 3-minute read
Miranda Crace - February 04, 2023
Putting together a commercial real estate project? You’ll need multiple lenders to spread the risk. Learn how participation mortgages can finance large deals.
The bond market and the housing market are closely connected. Read our article to learn what bond loan interest rates are and how they affect mortgage rates.
Mortgage Basics - 7-Minute Read
Victoria Araj - February 04, 2023
Trying to get approved to buy a house but need a higher loan amount? Explore our guide to learn 8 tips that may help increase your mortgage preapproval amount.
Mortgage Basics - 4-Minute Read
Dan Rafter - February 04, 2023
Borrowers who refinance their FHA loan within 3 years may be eligible for a refund. Read here to understand the FHA MIP refund chart and what you may get back.
Wondering what a realtor is and how one can help you when buying or selling a home? Check out our guide to learn everything you need to know about realtors.
Ashley Kilroy - February 04, 2023
Buying a home and hoping to find a better deal than your original lender offered? Learn how, and when, to change mortgage lenders.
Mortgage Basics - 6-minute read
Hanna Kielar - February 04, 2023
You may need to provide a letter of explanation during your mortgage underwriting process. Explore our guide to learn when and how you’ll need to write one.
Sarah Sharkey - January 31, 2023
A mortgage maturity date is the date you’re expected to make your last mortgage payment. Learn more about how maturity dates work and how to find yours.
Molly Grace - January 31, 2023
As you learn more about mortgage insurance, you’re likely to come across two important acronyms: MIP and PMI. Learn more about the difference between them here.
Mortgage Basics - 8-minute read
Dan Rafter - January 30, 2023
MERS is an online registry that tracks a mortgage loan’s servicing rights and ownership interests. Learn why you need it and how to tell who owns your mortgage.
Kevin Graham - January 27, 2023
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 of.
Victoria Araj - January 27, 2023
When you buy a home, you want to be sure that no one but you and your mortgage lender hold any claim to the property. Find out how a warranty deed protects you.
Sidney Richardson - January 27, 2023
A home equity loan and a mortgage loan are different loan types in the homeownership journey. Learn the differences between the two and when to use them.
Mortgage Basics - 7-minute read
Patrick Chism - January 25, 2023
Earnest money protects buyers and sellers in a real estate transaction. Learn how an earnest money deposit works and how it can also make your offer stand out.
Hanna Kielar - January 23, 2023
Crunching the numbers and wondering how mortgage rates are determined? Read our guide to learn how they’re calculated, plus how to get the best rate possible.
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