Know more about mortgage rates, and you’ll get a better rate. Understand how rates are made and how to best shop for FHA, VA, USDA, & conventional loans. Continue reading

The Federal Reserve meets this week and, although the Fed doesn’t set mortgage rates, its rhetoric and actions can influence them. Analysis and advice. Continue reading

The waiting period before you can make a mortgage application after a “significant derogatory event” has been cut by half. Get more on Fannie Mae’s update. Continue reading

Homeowners can’t call the landlord when something needs fixing; and learning to make the basic fixes can help you be a better homeowner. Continue reading

With nearly 400,000 homeowners are eligible for Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP), Uncle Sam wants you… to refinance. More on the HARP refinance program, and how to apply. Continue reading

FHA mortgages are popular among U.S. home buyers, but how much do you actually know about the program, which was started in 1934? Read up and learn more. Continue reading

About the bi-weekly mortgage payment program, and whether it’s an effective way to own your home faster. Analysis, plus today’s live mortgage rates. Continue reading

A change in the way credit card debt is calculated makes it easier for to get mortgage-qualified. Read more about the change and see today’s live mortgage rates. Continue reading

Shopping for a home that fits your needs and budget can be an exciting and stressful experience — especially for first time home buyers. Planning ahead will help settle your nerves. Continue reading

Freddie Mac reports 30-year mortgage rates rising for the second straight week. However, rates remain much cheaper than they were to start the year. Continue reading