Inside the Mortgage Approval Process

Lenders review income, savings, property value and credit to gauge risk. Knowing these can help buyers prepare before applying.

Lowest Rates in Over a Month Despite Small Move Today

Builder confidence fell sharply in April as rising costs and economic uncertainty weighed on sentiment heading into the spring buying season. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) dropped four points to 34 , its lowest level since September 2025. The

Handling the Pricing Objections That Stop Sellers

Common seller objections can slow a sale. Focusing on closed sales and current competition can help avoid stale listings.

Mortgage Rates Dip for Second Week

Rates on 30-year mortgages dropped to 6.3% from 6.37% last week, and 15-year rates also eased, from 5.65% from 5.74% last week, Freddie Mac said.