Mortgage Terminology
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While shopping for home loans, you’ll need to decide between a fixed-rate or adjustable-rate mortgage. Learn how they differ and which is better for you.
Your debt-to-income ratio (DTI) measures your total income against any debt you have. Learn what a good DTI is, how to calculate it and how to lower it.
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Mortgage Basics - 3-MINUTE READ
Breyden Kellam - Dec 9, 2024
What Is A Transfer Tax?
Mortgage Basics - 5-MINUTE READ
Miranda Crace - Nov 19, 2024
What Is Loan-To-Value Ratio (LTV) And How Is It Calculated?
Your loan-to-value ratio (LTV) measures your loan amount against the value of the home you're buying. Figure out how your LTV ratio is calculated.
Mortgage Basics - 5-MINUTE READ
Scott Steinberg - Nov 15, 2024
What Is The Prime Rate And How Does It Work?
The prime rate is an index that helps determine rates on loans. But how does that work? In our guide, you’ll learn how the prime rate affects your wallet.
Mortgage Basics - 12-MINUTE READ
Kevin Graham - Nov 12, 2024
When Will Mortgage Rates Go Down?
Mortgage Basics - 5-MINUTE READ
Sarah Lozanova - Nov 7, 2024
What Does Collateral Mean And How Does It Work?
Mortgage Basics - 6-MINUTE READ
Kevin Graham - Nov 6, 2024
How A Fed Rate Drop Affects Home Buyers And Sellers
What’s the impact on home buyers and sellers when the federal funds rate drops? Learn how a Fed rate drop impacts interest rates and home loans.