Deciding between gifting your home or bequeathing it? You may want to weigh the tax implications first. Learn how a step-up in basis affects inherited property.

How much does it cost to buy a home, and can you afford one? Creating a realistic home buying budget can help you get on track to becoming a homeowner.

Buying a house in Colorado can be expensive, but there are areas that are more affordable. Learn more about how to buy a home in the Centennial State.

A mortgage loan term is the time it takes a borrower to pay off their loan when making regular payments. Learn how to pick the right term for your goals.

You can pay your mortgage monthly or biweekly, which means every other week. Biweekly payments can help you pay off your loan early. Learn the pros and cons.

Making an on-time mortgage payment is easier than ever. Find out which option fits your needs, from setting up automated payments to paying over the phone.

Getting a mortgage and buying a house with $100K of student loans may be possible, but make sure you know these essential financial moves to make before applyin...

Want to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) for the down payment on a second home? Learn about how it works and other options for funding a down payment.

Buying a car before buying a house? Discover how this decision could impact your finances, credit, and home-buying options.

What is a real estate investment portfolio, and how do you build one? Read our guide to learn more about investing in real estate and building a portfolio.

Don't let high-cost housing markets cloud your home buying dreams. Learn about how a super conforming loan could be your key to unlocking homeownership.

Knowing the difference between appraised value vs. market value is key when purchasing a home. Learn more about the role each plays in real estate transactio...

Along with Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae has removed credit score minimums on conforming conventional loans. Learn what it means for mortgage qualification.

Closing costs in Pennsylvania are, on average, higher than they are in other states. Learn more about what closing costs you can expect to pay on a house in ...

Can you deduct private mortgage insurance (PMI) on your taxes? Learn more about how PMI works and when you can deduct it with Rocket Mortgage’s guide.

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...

Selling your home while you’re still paying off your mortgage can be difficult to navigate. Learn how to prepare to sell your house and pay off your mo...

Bridge loans and HELOCs can cover you financially if you need to buy and sell a house at the same time. Learn more about which is best for you.