Subprime Loans That Triggered 2008 Market Crash Get a Rebrand—but They Still Carry the Same Risks
Subprime mortgages contributed to the 2008 financial crisis. Could they be reintroduced as “dignity mortgages” and “nonprime” mortgages?
Subprime mortgages contributed to the 2008 financial crisis. Could they be reintroduced as “dignity mortgages” and “nonprime” mortgages?
There’s good news for buyers hoping to hit the spring housing market: How much you have to put down to snag a home has fallen.
Most homebuyers make mistakes when trying to secure a mortgage, particularly if it’s their first time. Here are some common blunders and how to avoid them.
In this volatile housing market, it’s safe to say many of those traditional mortgage rules we’ve all heard do not apply anymore.
There are some topics you shouldn’t bring up when getting a mortgage, because they wave unnecessary red flags. Here are a few—and why they cause concern.
Is there some secret out there that could show you how to buy a home with no money down? It’s not just a pipe dream.
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A savvy mortgage broker will help you bring your A-game to the home-buying table—but only if you know how to use them to your advantage.
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Despite what you may have heard, buying a home does not require a 20% down payment. Here are some alternatives, and whether they’re right for you.
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Most people with private mortgage insurance want to know how to get rid of PMI. The reason: PMI tacks on an extra fee to your mortgage payments.
A VA loan can allow service men and women to qualify for homes they might have thought were out of reach. Read on to learn about the biggest benefits a VA loan has to offer.
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