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.

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...

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...

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

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...

A title company is a third party that works on behalf of both the lender and the buyer. Learn more about what title companies do in the home buying process.

Building a home can be a viable option for buyers in a competitive market, but expenses can add up quickly. Discover the cheapest ways to build a house.

For a reverse mortgage, seniors must meet certain requirements, which vary according to the option chosen. Learn more about reverse mortgage requirements.

Tenancy by entirety allows married couples to each own 100% of the property – as one entity. Learn more about the benefits and drawbacks of this type o...

A distressed property is a house that’s on the verge of foreclosure or has been reclaimed by a lender. Learn more about investing in distressed homes h...

A property title search examines public records to confirm a property’s rightful, legal owner. See how title searches work and reasons to be aware of them...

Dual agents work for the buyer and seller in real estate transactions. Learn more about how this works and how to decide if dual agency is right for you.

In order to close on your house, you will need to bring cash to close the mortgage deal. Learn what expenses are included in your cash-to-close amount and mo...