Tangible net benefits, or net tangible benefits, are advantageous gains you get by refinancing. Learn more about how you can benefit from refinancing here.

Home warranty and home insurance coverage are not the same. Learn more about coverage, costs, and claims for each type of policy with our guide.

Nonoccupant co-borrowers can make a big difference in the qualifying process for an FHA loan. Learn the requirements for using this process effectively.

Planning on purchasing a home with an FHA loan? Make sure it can be FHA-approved with our useful FHA minimum property standards checklist.

Securing a VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is the first step to getting a VA home loan. Learn why you need a VA COE and how to get one.

The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) mortgage protections include reducing interest rates to 6% in specific cases and guidelines related to foreclosures.

How much should you spend on housing? A general guideline says you should spend 30% of your income on housing. Is the 30% rule for housing true for you?

Considering moving to the Gopher State? Here’s what buyers should know about the market and how to prepare to buy a house in Minnesota.

If a house is actively under contract, the seller has accepted an offer, but the sale hasn’t been completed. Here’s how it works and why it works...

You can afford quite a bit of house with an annual...

Alaska’s closing costs are higher than in...

Learn what a comparative market analysis (CMA) is, what it does, and how it can help you determine a property’s value by comparing similar homes in you...

A mortgagee clause protects the lender if a mortgaged property is damaged. Learn the components of a mortgagee clause and how their protections work.

A duplex shares one wall, while a townhome usually shares two. Find all the differences between duplexes and townhouses and see which style seems best for you.

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 why you should work with one...

The Federal Housing Finance Agency updated conforming loan limits, which are rising 3.25% in 2026. Read on for details as well as FHA and VA loan limits...

Getting a mortgage as a seasonal worker can be difficult but not impossible. Learn about Fannie Mae rules for seasonal income and more.

Considering an escrow waiver? Learn what it is, how it works, eligibility criteria, potential fees, and the pros and cons to decide if it’s right for you.