Initial Preparation for a Mortgage
1. Review Your Personal Financial Situation Lenders look at your overall financial situation, not just...
Mortgage
Fixed-Rate Mortgages
Balloon Loans Discover the advantages of fixed-rate mortgages, offering predictable payments and protection from interest...
How to Refinance Your Mortgage
Refinancing means getting a new mortgage to replace your current one. You might consider refinancing...
How Big a Mortgage You Can Afford
Before you start looking for your dream house, you need to figure out how much...
What Is A Mortgage?—The Basics For Beginners
A mortgage is a loan that helps you buy a home or property without paying...
Adjustable-Rate Mortgages (ARMs)
Adjustable-Rate Mortgages (ARMs): An adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) has an interest rate that can change at...
How to Get a Second Mortgage on Your Home
For many people, a home is their most significant investment—and a potential source of capital....