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VA Home Mortgage Loan Scams: Don't Let Your Benefit Turn into a Burden

As a veteran, you can take advantage of VA home mortgage loans, which may allow you to buy a house with a down payment. But watch out for scams!

Why Did My Mortgage Payment Go Up?

Unexpected bills are no fun, but your mortgage doesn't fall into that category. It arrives, right on time, and you pay it, just like that. Until it surprises you. Here's why your mortgage payment went up.

8 Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Lender When You're Buying Your First Home

When it comes to your mortgage, you can never ask too many questions. Asking your lender these questions will help you get the best fit--and make sure you understand your loan.

Play by Play: Second Time Buyers, and Why an ARM Worked for Them

Think an ARM is always scary? It worked for Lauren and Andrew. Follow them through their search for their second house, and read all about how they negotiated to get it to fit into their budget.

Getting Started: Buying a Home

Do You Qualify for a HARP Loan?

Are you underwater on your mortgage? No one wants to be there. But you may be able to get help.

Graduate College. Get a Job. Start Saving for a House?

In college you were literally counting your pennies to see if you could afford to go out that night. So now you have your first job you’re feeling pretty rich. Are you saving some for your future home?

5 Questions to Ask Before You Get a Jumbo Loan

Whether you’re buying in an expensive market--like Alaska or Hawaii--or you’re just buying a bigger home, you’re going to need a jumbo mortgage. But before you meet with a lender, ask yourself these five questions.

Know Your Interest Rate and When It Might Be Time to Refinance

You pay your mortgage every month, the same amount, and it’s easy to forget that you might have options. Do you know your current interest rate? Do you know the current market rate? You might be able to save!

5 Questions to Ask Before Refinancing Your Home

Thinking about refinancing your home? Start with these five questions to see if it’s worth it.