Being clear to close on a mortgage means you're almost done with the mortgage process. Learn how to become clear to close and what happens after.

Owners pay capital gains on rental properties when they sell. Learn how these taxes work and how to reduce what you owe when you sell an investment property.

Learn how TRID mortgage guidelines, or “Know Before You Owe” rules, protect borrowers, including what they mean for you during the home buying process.

Planning to buy your home online and make little in-person contact? Learn how a remote closing on a house works and why these closings are becoming more common.

Is refinancing before selling your home an option? Learn how to take cash out or lower your mortgage payment before you put your home on the market.

The USDA eligibility map helps home buyers find properties that can be financed with a USDA loan. Learn more about the USDA loan map and how to use it here.

Can you get an FHA loan on a mobile home? Yes! Let’s discuss the pros and cons and everything you need to know about using an FHA loan on a mobile home.

Veterans Affairs home loans have helped millions of veterans to become homeowners. But can you buy a foreclosure with a VA loan? Read on to find out.

A seller’s disclosure is a document that requires sellers to reveal details about the property’s condition and its defects. Learn what’s included in this form.

A "time is of the essence” clause mandates the completion of a project by a certain date. Learn more about this term and its effect on a real estate contract.

Defeasance clauses assure buyers that they’ll get the title once they meet all payment conditions. Learn more about the impact of defeasance on your mortgage.

Buying a new construction home can help you obtain the house of your dreams. Understanding the challenges and your options can make the process less stressful.

Yes, you can purchase two houses at the same time, but it’s complicated. Read on to find out how the buying process works for this unique situation.

Looking to move somewhere that’s a bit more affordable? Read our article to learn about the 25 cheapest places to live in the U.S. for renters and buyers.

Typically, you can back out of a house offer after it’s accepted. See how home buyers can avoid financial loss when they back out of a home purchase agreement.

A seller can refuse an FHA-loan backed offer and might do so to avoid FHA appraisal and repair requirements. Learn more on why sellers often refuse FHA loans. 

If they meet the requirements, a single soldier can buy a house with a VA loan. Learn what factors to consider and how to apply if you’re ready to move forward.

Cooperative housing, or a co-op, is a unique style of homeownership. Explore the different types of co-ops, how they function and whether one’s right for you.