Parents Helping Bridge Housing Gap

Nearly 6 in 10 parents are stepping in, often contributing $25K to $100K+ to cover down payments, closing costs or help buyers qualify in a tight market.

The Basics of Buying a Home Today

Higher prices and mortgage rates mean buyers should know their budget, plan for added costs and weigh affordability before purchasing.

Lowest Mortgage Rates in 4 Weeks

Mortgage rates had their best day of the month so far with the top tier 30yr fixed rate falling 0.08% for the average lender to the lowest levels in exactly 4 weeks. Today's improvement is a bit bigger than today's bond market movement would suggest. The discrepancy is due to timing. Bonds were impr

Avoid These 10 Homebuying Pitfalls

Avoid common missteps and move forward with confidence by planning ahead, comparing loans and keeping your budget realistic.