The Top Mortgage Refinance Companies in the Country
It’s time to take a look at the top mortgage refinance companies in the country, based on total loan volume. As you may have guessed,… Read More »The Top Mortgage Refinance Companies in the Country
Mortgage Tips
This was the first category I created when this website was created in 2006.
And it’s really why I launched the site to begin with. To educate prospective home buyers and existing homeowners.
Simple guides and practical mortgage tips can help you better understand and prepare for the home loan process.
Same goes for answering mortgage questions and brushing up on the latest mortgage lingo.
Sometimes home buyers focus exclusively on the real estate piece while ignoring the home loan part.
This can result in some bad decisions when it comes to getting a mortgage. Or simply overpaying because of missteps (or a lack of shopping around!).
Learn how to get a mortgage, refinance an existing loan, and discover the many different loans programs available today.
You’re not financing a TV, or a car for that matter. It’s a big purchase and it deserves a lot more time and attention.
Arm yourself with knowledge early on and you’ll likely enjoy a better outcome.
A Small Rate Buydown Makes the 30-Year Fixed Cheaper Than a 50-Year Mortgage
There’s been a lot of buzz about a possible 50-year mortgage after President Trump teased it over the weekend on his Truth Social platform. Of… Read More »A Small Rate Buydown Makes the 30-Year Fixed Cheaper Than a 50-Year Mortgage
Lower Inflation Paves Way for Path to 5% Mortgage Rates
Well, the delayed CPI report is out and we avoided any major drama. The report actually came in cooler-than-expected, with a 0.3% increase month-over-month and… Read More »Lower Inflation Paves Way for Path to 5% Mortgage Rates
Top FHA Lenders in 2024: UWM Is #1 Overall, But Is Biggest the Best?
If you’re in need of an FHA loan, you might be curious who the top FHA lenders are. By top, I mean largest. While biggest… Read More »Top FHA Lenders in 2024: UWM Is #1 Overall, But Is Biggest the Best?
How Does United Wholesale Mortgage Work?
One oddity in the mortgage world these days is that the nation’s top lender, United Wholesale Mortgage, as the name implies, is a wholesale lender.… Read More »How Does United Wholesale Mortgage Work?
Freddie Mac Raising Maximum LTVs on 2-4 Unit Primary Residences to 95%
In a somewhat surprising move, mortgage financier Freddie Mac is upping maximum loan-to-value ratios on 2-4 unit primary residences. The move comes amid a possible… Read More »Freddie Mac Raising Maximum LTVs on 2-4 Unit Primary Residences to 95%
You Need a Buffer When Tapping Your Home Equity
I sometimes forget your average homeowner doesn’t know it all when it comes to mortgages. They’re complex and confusing and what might seem obvious to… Read More »You Need a Buffer When Tapping Your Home Equity
Top Mortgage Lenders in Connecticut
Let’s talk about the top mortgage lenders in Connecticut, based on their total loan volume. Nearly 550 companies originated home loans in The Constitution State… Read More »Top Mortgage Lenders in Connecticut
Top Mortgage Lenders in Nevada
It’s time to check out the top mortgage lenders in Nevada based on their total loan volume. Last year, nearly 500 mortgage companies funded nearly… Read More »Top Mortgage Lenders in Nevada
Here’s How Your Mortgage Payment Can Go Up Even If It’s Not an ARM
While adjustable-rate mortgages are mostly a thing of the past, homeowners are still receiving notices about monthly payment increases. But how is this possible if… Read More »Here’s How Your Mortgage Payment Can Go Up Even If It’s Not an ARM