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Close of escrow: What you need to know
Close of escrow is the point in the real estate transaction when all parties have fulfilled their responsibilities. Read on to learn how close of escrow work...
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Pros and cons of mortgage forbearance
Mortgage forbearance can be a lifeline for many homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payments. Find out whether mortgage forbearance is a good idea.
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Selling mortgages: How it affects you and what to do next
How does selling mortgages work? Find out why lenders sell mortgages to investors, how the process works and how it affects you.
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Biweekly mortgage payments: Are they a good choice for you?
Biweekly mortgage payments help pay off your loan faster by applying an extra payment to the principal yearly. Find out if biweekly payments are right for you.
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What are mortgage servicing rights?
Mortgage servicing rights (MSR) are often transferred to a third-party that takes over the administrative tasks of servicing a mortgage in exchange for a fee...
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What is loss mitigation?
Loss mitigation is the process in which borrowers and lenders work to create a plan to avoid foreclosure. Learn more about loss mitigation options here.
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Impound accounts explained: Why your lender holds funds
Some mortgage servicers arrange impound accounts to collect fees from home buyers. But how do they work, and do they benefit you? Keep reading to find out.
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Take your mortgage management mobile with our Rocket Mortgage® app
Our Rocket Mortgage® mobile app is the best way to manage your existing mortgage and handle the application process on the go. Check out the f...
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Mortgage payoff statement: Everything you need to know
A mortgage payoff statement can be a useful piece of documentation for some borrowers to request. Learn about what a payoff statement is and how it works.
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What is escrow?
In this episode, we're going in-depth on everything you need to know about this critical, yet confusing, part of the home buying process -- what escrow...
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