The Federal Reserve made a big bump in the federal funds rate to try to bring inflation under control. Read on for more details!

Fee simple refers to a landowner’s absolute ownership of real property. Read our article to learn about how fee simple determines real estate or land o...

Are you financing your new home with an FHA loan? The FHA amendatory clause is one step to the process. Learn how the clause impacts you as a home buyer.

It’s been a wild month in the financial sector. Find out how the Federal Reserve reacted in their latest meeting on interest rates.

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates, but there are other important details. Read on for a plain English translation of the latest.

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 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.

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.

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...

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...

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.

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

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...

Home buyers can get the lowest mortgage rate available, even when market rates are trending high. Uncover 9  tips for how to get the best mortgage rate.

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...