Mortgages

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  ARM loan requirements in 2024

  They’re similar to fixed-rate loans, but beware the fluctuating interest rate.

  5 min read Jul 19, 2024
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  Should you use a HELOC to buy property overseas?

  It could be a shrewd strategy, but bear in mind the risks of tapping home equity.

  12 min read Jul 19, 2024
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  Which states have the richest homeowners?

  In the home equity sweepstakes, who’s on top and who’s on bottom?

  4 min read Jul 19, 2024
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  Best mortgage lenders for bad credit in 2024

  Here are some of the best bad credit mortgage lenders in 2024.

  4 min read Jul 19, 2024
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  Mortgage points: What are they and how do they work?

  They let you buy your way into a cheaper loan. But it pays to do a little analysis first.

  7 min read Jul 19, 2024
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  Pros and cons of an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM)

  Adjustable mortgages have lower interest rates — at first. But be ready when it resets.

  7 min read Jul 18, 2024
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  Is doing a VA cash-out refinance a good idea? Here’s what to know

  Just because these generous loans let you tap all of your home equity doesn’t mean you should.

  7 min read Jul 18, 2024
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  Types of mortgage lenders and how to choose

  Not all lenders are alike. Here’s how to distinguish them, and why it matters for your mortgage.

  5 min read Jul 18, 2024
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  Can active military get a VA loan?

  Though far from home, you can still get an affordable VA home loan.

  5 min read Jul 18, 2024
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  What is a down payment?

  A home down payment is the part of a home’s purchase price you pay upfront.

  6 min read Jul 18, 2024