Getting a mortgage can feel daunting if you’re a first-time home buyer. Learn the steps you must take to prepare for and successfully apply for a mortgage...

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.

A down payment is the percentage of a home's purchase price you pay up front. Learn how down payments work and how much you should put down on a house.

There are several ways to defer capital gains taxes on real estate investments. The right one for you depends on your situation. Learn about your options.

If you’ve invested in rental property, you may enjoy some tax benefits. Learn the top 6 tax benefits of owning rental property from deduction to depreciat...

Mortgages help people buy homes, allowing millions to achieve a coveted milestone. Explore what a mortgage loan is, how it works and how to get one.

Buying a house that's listed as for sale by owner (FSBO) is different from buying through a real estate agent. Discover the process of buying a FSBO home.

While you can tour homes without it, mortgage preapproval makes it easier to find a real estate agent and it can persuade sellers to take your offer seriously.

If you’re considering buying a house in a flood zone, you should weigh pros, cons, and potential risks. Read on to learn more about moving into a flood zo...

Restrictive covenants are rules in the deed that limit how the homeowner can use their property. Learn more about these rules and how they may affect you.

Review the basic requirements for a home equity line of credit (HELOC) and check out step-by-step instructions on how to apply for one.

A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage is a government-insured loan that allows seniors to convert their home equity into cash. See if a HECM is right for you.

Searching for real estate investors? Explore the top ways to find real estate investors and factors to consider when pursuing partnerships.

A home inspection contingency allows buyers to respond to results within a specific time frame. Learn how to successfully navigate and reply to an inspection.

Considering whether to refinance your jumbo loan? Learn more about the refinancing process, plus how to compare today’s jumbo refinance rates.

Non-arm’s length transactions involve buying property from someone you know. These transactions have unique tax and legal implications you need to be awar...

A vacancy rate is a metric used in real estate investing that shows how many available units in a property are unoccupied. Learn more about vacancy rates here.

Our Jumbo Smart loan simplifies the process of qualifying for a jumbo mortgage. Read on for details!