A home’s price per square foot is calculated by dividing the listing price by the home’s square footage. Learn more about this metric and why it mat...

Electronic mortgages are a convenient option for some home buyers. Explore eMortgages, including how they work and whether you’re a good candidate for one...

When you buy a home, you want to be sure that no one but you and your lender hold claim to the property. Find out how a warranty deed protects you.

Are you a Detroiter trying to buy a home, but lacking the funds for a down payment? A city program provides qualified residents with up to $25,000.

Freddie Mac BorrowSmart^® Accessâ„  offers a credit toward the down payment or closing costs of qualified buyers in certain areas. Read on...

How much does title insurance cost? It varies, but the cost is generally 0.5% – 1% of the home’s sale price. Learn more about the cost of title i...

Affordable housing requires less than 30% of a renter’s or owner’s monthly income. Learn more about what affordable housing is and how to qualify...

An automated valuation model (AVM) is a data-based tool real estate sites use to offer estimated property value on searched properties. Explore how it works....

You can buy fixer-upper houses at lower prices and renovate them to enjoy or sell. Learn how this works - and uncover the pros and cons of buying a fixer-upp...

Loan limits cap the amount you can borrow for a mortgage, but VA loans usually don't have a limit. Learn when a loan limit might apply and how they work.

Do you need a real estate license to flip houses? Find out the truth as well as the pros and cons of a real estate license for house flipping.

Real estate investors rely on ROI to determine how much profit a property will return and how it compares to other properties. Learn how to calculate ROI.

If you’re a member of an indigenous community, you may have Native American home loan choices. We’ll take a look at these and other mortgage financi...

Deciding between buying or renting your next home? Learn more with our guide, including how to use a rent vs. buy calculator to help you make a decision.

You’re approved for a loan, you’ve found the perfect home and you’re ready to put in an offer. Learn the five steps to making an offer on a...

RESPA protects prospective home buyers by increasing lender transparency and outlawing certain predatory real estate practices. Find out more here.

It can be helpful to know the pros and cons of a home equity loan if you’re considering applying for one. Here’s what you need to know before you be...

Zombie foreclosures demonstrate the risks of leaving before foreclosure ends. Understand these homes and their potential to resurface and create problems later.