Why You Might Still See 5% Mortgage Rates
It’s been tough sledding for mortgage rates over the past month. They were actually on a roll to start off 2023, falling for the entire… Read More »Why You Might Still See 5% Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates vs. Home Prices: Is There Really an Inverse Relationship?
Mortgage Q&A: “Mortgage rates vs. home prices.” Today, we’ll look at the impact of home prices and mortgage rates on your decision to buy a… Read More »Mortgage Rates vs. Home Prices: Is There Really an Inverse Relationship?
FHA vs. Conventional Loan: These Charts Can Help You Determine Which Is Cheaper
It’s time for another edition of mortgage match-ups: “FHA vs. conventional loan.” Our latest bout pits FHA loans against conventional loans, both of which are… Read More »FHA vs. Conventional Loan: These Charts Can Help You Determine Which Is Cheaper
Better’s ‘Equity Unlocker’ Allows Amazon Employees to Buy Homes with Company Stock
Better Mortgage has launched a new product called “Equity Unlocker” to help Amazon employees purchase homes. The innovative loan program allows borrowers to pledge vested… Read More »Better’s ‘Equity Unlocker’ Allows Amazon Employees to Buy Homes with Company Stock
Top VA Loan Lenders in 2022: Veterans United #1 Thanks to Large Home Purchase Share
If you’re curious who the top VA loan lenders were last year, wonder no longer. The biggest was Veterans United Home Loans. The Columbia, Missouri-based… Read More »Top VA Loan Lenders in 2022: Veterans United #1 Thanks to Large Home Purchase Share
VA Funding Fee Being Reduced for Home Purchases and Cash Out Refis
In an effort to make mortgage costs a little more bearable, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is lowering the VA funding fee. This… Read More »VA Funding Fee Being Reduced for Home Purchases and Cash Out Refis
Is It Worth Using a Mortgage Lender Now for the Promise of Waived Fees in the Future?
These days, mortgage rates aren’t as cheap as they used to be. And that is the understatement of the century. The 30-year fixed is currently… Read More »Is It Worth Using a Mortgage Lender Now for the Promise of Waived Fees in the Future?
Can Free and Clear Homeowners Save the Housing Market?
The housing market is in trouble. The latest blow being mortgage rates returning to 7%. But the ongoing issue has been a severe lack of… Read More »Can Free and Clear Homeowners Save the Housing Market?
Annual Mortgage Insurance Premium on FHA Loans Reduced 30 Basis Points
In an effort to make homeownership more affordable, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is reducing fees on FHA loans. Specifically, HUD… Read More »Annual Mortgage Insurance Premium on FHA Loans Reduced 30 Basis Points
Why Are Mortgage Rates Going Up Again?
It feels like déjà vu. Mortgage rates are going up again. What gives? I thought they peaked. Not so fast. The Fed warned us time… Read More »Why Are Mortgage Rates Going Up Again?