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Continued stress in the banking sector and some mixed economic signals have characterized the last few weeks. How did the Federal Reserve react?

A Federal-style house emulates ancient Roman architectural forms and was popularized by Thomas Jefferson. Learn more about the Federal architectural style.

The Federal Reserve raised the target for the federal funds rate by 0.25%. Get the details on this and where members see interest rates headed in the future....

The power of sale allows a lender to sell a home – without judicial review – if a borrower defaults on a mortgage. Learn more about how the power...

An escalation clause states a buyer is willing to raise their offer if a seller receives a higher offer. Read our guide on escalation clauses.

Lenders use total debt service to measure your ability to repay a mortgage. Learn what a debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) is and how to calculate it yourself.

Active under contract means an offer has been accepted but certain conditions must be met. Learn how a status of “active under contract” works in...

A buyer’s agent represents you and your best interests in the home buying process. Learn more about the role of a buyer’s agent and if you should...

A personal loan is an unsecured loan, while a home equity loan is backed by your home equity. See the main differences between these two loan types.

The Federal Reserve didn’t say a whole lot new in March, but it did release projections. Here are the details for us obsessive market watchers.

Home appraisals can take anywhere from a few days to a week depending on timing, scheduling and a home's complexity. Learn how long an appraisal takes and wh...

A PUD, or planned unit development, is a small community of single-family homes. Read on to learn about living in a PUD and how it differs from other housing...

Planning to buy a house? One of the first steps in the process is securing a home loan. Learn how to shop for a mortgage and find the best rate here.

Did you know your mortgage interest and insurance payments may be tax deductible? Read on to better understand what’s in your 1098 mortgage interest st...

The COVID-19 pandemic led to the rise of zoom towns as remote workers desired new living situations. Find out if buying a house in a zoom town is right for y...

The CARES Act provides mortgage forbearance and other relief to those suffering from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read on for updates on the CARES A...

Rocket Mortgage’s 2024 home feature preferences study unveils buyer preferences for interior, exterior, technology and community features of a home.