Latest Home Loans Articles
Guide
What Does APR Mean for Loans?
October 5, 2022
The annual percentage rate of a loan helps you make apples-to-apples comparisons of a product’s interest rate and fees.
Guide
What Is Loan-to-Value Ratio?
September 21, 2022
Your loan-to-value ratio can impact your chances of approval for a mortgage or other secured loan, as well as the interest rate you get.
Guide
What Is a Loan Officer?
September 20, 2022
A lender employs a loan officer to help you apply for a mortgage, business loan, personal loan or other type of financing.
Guide
What Is a Jumbo Loan?
September 20, 2022
A jumbo loan is a mortgage for an especially large dollar amount, so it’s potentially useful for some buyers of higher-priced properties.
Guide
What Is a Home Equity Loan?
September 8, 2022
This so-called second mortgage can be used for home renovations, debt consolidation and more.
Guide
What Is a USDA Loan?
September 7, 2022
U.S. Department of Agriculture mortgages are designed for rural, low-to-moderate-income homebuyers.
Advice
What’s Mortgage Life Insurance?
May 25, 2022
Mortgage life insurance can help ensure your family members have a roof over their heads—but there are drawbacks.
Step-by-Step
6 Steps to Getting a Mortgage
December 30, 2021
You’re ready to be a homeowner, but not sure where to start with getting a mortgage? Our guide can help you navigate what can be a confusing process.