Safely unlock your home's value with these standout lenders and useful tips to help you avoid costly mistakes.

Comparing mortgage offers is crucial, as even a slight difference in the rate lenders offer you can add up to big savings over the life of your loan. When you shop for a mortgage, compare APRs and ...

A top housing finance regulator announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would allow lenders to use the traditional FICO ...

If you're buying a home and plan to keep it indefinitely, you might prefer the predictability of a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. But if you know you'll be selling and moving out in a few years, an ...

Potential homebuyers may be able to save money with a little-known financing option, but they still need to watch their ...

Greater flexibility with finances Taking a short break from your mortgage may give you the opportunity to redirect funds to ...

After a five-week decline, mortgage rates have now climbed for three straight weeks. But that doesn't necessarily mean you should hit pause on your house hunt.

“Housing affordability is a challenge for many prospective homeowners,” says Mark Hamrick, Bankrate’s senior economic analyst ...

SoFi reports a comprehensive guide for first-time homebuyers, outlining steps from budgeting to closing, emphasizing ...

Mortgage rates dropping to 6% would allow for over 5 million more households to afford a home, according to the National ...