Mortgages

A little knowledge about assistance programs, the housing market and mortgages can help you buy your first home. Read more.

Find out which type of mortgage is a fit for your home buying needs. Read more.

Here’s what to consider if it's time to find a source for your next mortgage. Read more.

The mortgage stress test makes home buyers prove they can afford their payments if mortgage rates increase. You can stress test yourself using a mortgage calculator. Read more.

Boost your chances for the best mortgage rate by prepping your finances and fielding offers from multiple lenders. Read more.

Find out all you need to know about this critical step in the home buying process. Read more.

Learn the pros and cons of different frequencies: monthly, semi-monthly, bi-weekly, accelerated bi-weekly, weekly and accelerated weekly. Read more.

Your minimum down payment depends on the lender, but you are required to put at least 5% down on a home under $500,000. Read more.

Finding out how mortgage renewal works can help you get a better deal on your next mortgage. Read more.

A mortgage refinance can help you tap into home equity and secure better mortgage terms. Find out how — and when — to do it. Read more.

If you're 55 or older, a reverse mortgage can give you up to 55% of your current home value in cash, without selling or refinancing. Read more.

A home equity line of credit allows you to borrow money using your home equity as collateral. Read more.