Why Long-Empty Homes Are More Than an Eyesore

Vacant and neglected homes can attract pests, wildlife and squatters, raising health and safety concerns for neighbors and putting pressure on nearby property values.

Metrics That Help Gauge Financial Health

Debt-to-income ratio, savings balances and credit scores shape borrowing power, loan terms and readiness to buy a home in today’s market.

What to Consider Before Refinancing

Refinancing can lower monthly payments, change loan terms or tap home equity, but fees, credit scores and timing matter when replacing an existing mortgage.

Mortgage Rates Hold Steady Despite Volatility in Other Markets

Sometimes being tuned into daily mortgage rate changes means coming across other news about financial markets. In today's case, that could expose you to anything from the massive selling of certain stocks earlier in the day or the unprecedented trading levels in various commodities.  While the finan