What Is LIBOR And How Did It Affect My Mortgage Rate?

Mortgage Basics - 4-minute read

Cathie Ericson - January 29, 2024

Until recently, LIBOR was a longstanding benchmark interest rate for adjustable-rate mortgages and other loans. Read to learn about LIBOR and its replacement.

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Interest Rates Are Rising. Here’s What It Means For Your Transferees And Relocation Mortgage Assistance Program

Home Buying - 5-minute read

Kevin Graham - January 29, 2024

Relocation may be the right move for a company, but they can be harder on team members when interest rates rise. Here’s how to combat the problem.

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Interest Rate Floor: Definition And How It Works

3-minute read

Victoria Araj - January 29, 2024

An interest rate floor is the lowest agreed upon rate for floating rate loan products. Read our article about how interest rate floors work and an example.

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How Bonds Affect Mortgage Rates

Mortgage Basics - 4-minute read

Miranda Crace - January 29, 2024

The bond market and the housing market are closely connected. Read our article to learn what bond loan interest rates are and how they affect mortgage rates.

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APR Vs. Interest Rate: What’s The Difference?

Mortgage Basics - 4-minute read

Victoria Araj - January 26, 2024

Interest rate is the amount you pay to borrow money, while APR is a broader measure of the cost to borrow money. Learn more about APR versus interest rate. 

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What Is Crypto Lending? A Beginner’s Guide To Digital Asset Loans

Loan Types - 4-minute read

Victoria Araj - January 26, 2024

Using crypto loans can be tricky to understand if you don’t know how to leverage your crypto assets. Read this guide to learn what crypto lending is.

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Biweekly Mortgage Payments: Are They A Good Choice For You?

5-minute read

Victoria Araj - January 25, 2024

Biweekly mortgage payments can help you pay off your mortgage early. Learn more about how biweekly mortgage payments work and if they’re a good fit for you.

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2023 Select Home Warranty Reviews: Plans, Coverage And Cost

Home Buying - 5-minute read

Ashley Kilroy - January 25, 2024

Choosing the right home warranty is an important step toward protecting your home. Check out what consumers are saying about Select Home Warranty.

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Everything Mobility Managers And Their Transferees Need to Know About The State Of Housing

Home Buying - 8-minute read

Kevin Graham - January 25, 2024

If you’re in mobility management right now, you might wonder what you need to know about the housing market your transferees are entering. We have answers!

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2023 American Home Shield Reviews And Overview

Home Buying - 8-minute read

Lauren Nowacki - January 25, 2024

Evaluating home warranty provider options? If so, read our breakdown of recent American Home Shield reviews and how they stand out amongst their competitors.

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Your Guide To Debt-To-Income (DTI) Ratio For VA Loans

Loan Types - 6-minute read

Ashley Kilroy - January 25, 2024

Applying for a VA loan? Your debt-to-income ratio will be an important factor. Learn how to calculate your DTI ratio and what to do if your DTI is too high.

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Do USDA Loans Require Mortgage Insurance?

Mortgage Basics - 4-minute read

Molly Grace - January 24, 2024

For USDA loans, mortgage insurance isn’t technically required, but there are similar fees. Find out about these attractive mortgage deals for rural home buyers.

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Housing Market Predictions For 2024: What Can Buyers And Sellers Expect?

Home Buying - 13-minute read

Kevin Graham - January 23, 2024

Are you wondering what the outlook for buying or selling a house might be in 2024? Learn these housing market predictions so you know what to expect in 2024.

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7 Considerations To Make Before Buying A Vacation Home

Home Buying - 9-minute read

Scott Steinberg - January 23, 2024

Buying a vacation home requires more than just capital. Discover what it takes to purchase and manage a vacation rental property that’s your second home.

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Buying A Retirement Home: A Complete Guide

Home Buying - 6-minute read

Sidney Richardson - January 23, 2024

When buying a retirement home, you may want to consider the location, house type and your finances. Learn when to buy a retirement home and more with our guide.

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How To Get A Mortgage With A Seasonal Income

Mortgage Basics - 6-Minute Read

Miranda Crace - January 23, 2024

Getting a mortgage when you have seasonal income can be a bit difficult. Read our latest guide on how to qualify for a mortgage when you have seasonal income.

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What Age Can You Buy A House? A Legal And Practical Look At The Question

Home Buying - 3-minute read

Victoria Araj - January 23, 2024

Wondering how old you have to be to buy a house? Discover the legal and practical considerations for young home buyers.

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The Salary Needed To Live In The Top 10 Most Sought-After Cities In The U.S.

Home Buying - 11-minute read

Hanna Kielar - January 23, 2024

The demand for a house is rising. See the cities with the highest demand, the salary you’d need to live there and tips to make homeownership happen.

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