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• Homebuyers
• July 19, 2024

How to Qualify for a Mortgage with Less-Than-Perfect Credit

Less-than-perfect credit doesn't have to hold you back from qualifying for a mortgage—it's possible. Here's how.

• Homebuyers
• July 16, 2024

Insider Tips and Tricks: Mortgage Lenders Reveal Secrets to a Smooth Homebuying Experience

Buying a home may initially feel overwhelming. However, with the right preparation, you can streamline the process and save time, money—and save yourself plenty of stress.

• Homeowners
• July 12, 2024

Slash Your Mortgage: Strategies to Pay Off Your Home Loan Faster and Save Big

A mortgage is a big commitment - both financially and in terms of time. However, there are several ways that you can save money and time on your home loan.

• Homebuyers
• July 5, 2024

High Student Loans? Here's How You Can Still Buy a Home

The dream of finding the perfect home can sometimes cloud judgment, causing some homebuyers to make avoidable mistakes. By taking proactive steps, home shoppers can potentially save themselves money—and heartbreak.

• Homebuyers
• July 1, 2024

Self-Employed? No Problem. How to Get a Non-QM Loan to Buy a Home

From TikTok influencers to investors, more Americans are forgoing traditional employment and striking out on their own by starting businesses and joining the gig economy.

• Homebuyers
• June 28, 2024

The 8 Mistakes Many Homebuyers Make—And How to Avoid Them

The dream of finding the perfect home can sometimes cloud judgment, causing some homebuyers to make avoidable mistakes. By taking proactive steps, home shoppers can potentially save themselves money—and heartbreak.

• Homebuyers
• June 24, 2024

VA Loan Changes Help Veterans Compete in Housing Market

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced a temporary solution last week to help homebuyers using VA loans. Here's everything you need to know.

• Homebuyers
• June 20, 2024

USDA Loans: Closer to Cities Than You Might Expect

USDA loans, backed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, promote homeownership in eligible rural and suburban areas. But here's the twist—these loans aren't as rural as you might think.

• Inclusive Lending
• June 19, 2024

Juneteenth: Honoring the Legacy of Freedom for All

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks a pivotal moment in American history. On this day in 1865, news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reached Texas, two years after it was signed.

• Homebuyers
• June 17, 2024

More Families Are Choosing Multigenerational Homes for This Important Reason

Buying a multigenerational home may make financial sense for some families. Here's why more people are choosing to live together with their relatives.