Mortgage Basics

Mortgage calculator

Estimate your monthly payment with the mortgage calculator.
 

How to buy a house

With mortgage rates and home prices still elevated, here's what you need to know about buying a house this year.
 

How much house can I afford?

Here's how to use a mortgage affordability calculator to help you determine how much house you can afford.
 

Get a low mortgage rate

Buying a house when interest rates are high requires an understanding of your different mortgage options.
 

Best mortgage lenders

Here's how to find the right mortgage lender when shopping for a home loan.
 

First-time home buyers

If you're looking to buy a home for the first time in 2023, here are some benefits and programs to take advantage of.
 

HELOC vs. home equity loan

Home equity lines of credit and home equity loans are designed to allow you access to the value of your home right now.
 

Mortgage refinancing

If you're considering refinancing your mortgage, here's everything you need to get started.
 

Getting a Mortgage

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Refinancing Your Mortgage

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Featured Mortgage Reviews

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Best overall FHA lender

Pennymac

  • Review

    As a leader in FHA lending, Pennymac is an obvious choice for borrowers seeking a low-down-payment loan.

Good for rapid home approval

Better Mortgage

  • Review

    Better combines several home-buying services, including rapid loan approval, insurance, real estate, settlement services, and more, into a consolidated digital experience. It's a lender worthy of comparison.

Good for closing costs and down payment assistance

Bank of America Mortgage

  • Review

    Bank of America is a good addition to your short-list of lenders for several reasons, including closing costs and down payment assistance available to eligible home buyers.

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