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Mortgage Comparison

There are many factors that affect the cost of a mortgage, and subsequently, the overall cost of homeownership. This section will guide you through the mortgage shopping and comparison processes to help you find the best home loan and mortgage lender for your situation.

Your Guide to Mortgage Rate Comparison Shopping

Your Guide to Mortgage Rate Comparison Shopping

Learn the basics of comparing mortgage rates and loan estimates to find the best loan for your financial profile.

Should You Get a Fixed Rate or Adjustable Rate Mortgage? What to Know Before Deciding

Should You Get a Fixed Rate or Adjustable Rate Mortgage? What to Know Before Deciding

Choosing between a fixed-rate or an adjustable-rate mortgage can be tough. Learn the facts about this important decision.

Mortgage Discount Points: What They Are and How to Use Them

Mortgage Discount Points: What They Are and How to Use Them

Mortgage discount points are a one-time payment buyers can make to reduce the interest rate on their home loan.

Should You Get a Fixed Rate or Adjustable Rate Mortgage? What to Know Before Deciding

Choosing between a fixed-rate or an adjustable-rate mortgage can be tough. Learn the facts about this important decision.

Mortgage Discount Points: What They Are and How to Use Them

Mortgage discount points are a one-time payment buyers can make to reduce the interest rate on their home loan.

These 5 Tips Will Save You Thousands On A Mortgage

Shopping for your mortgage can save you thousands. Learn how with these five mortgage tips.

Do Mortgage Lenders Treat Second Homes Differently?

A second property can offer passive income, but mortgage approval may be a challenge.

What Are Crypto-backed Mortgages and How Do They Work?

There's a lot of talk and confusion around cryptocurrency. Here's a look at their role in the mortgage marketplace.

How Does a Mortgage Calculator Work?

Learn about the different parts of a mortgage calculator and how you can use it to figure out your monthly costs.

Is Now the Right Time to Refinance My Mortgage?

Mortgage refinancing isn’t always a silver bullet but it can be a big help.

How to Get a Great VA Loan Rate

If VA mortgage rates are supposed to be reasonable, then why doesn’t it seem that way?

Understanding Mortgage Prepaids

Learn about additional costs you may incur while moving through the closing process on your home.

Hybrid Mortgages Demystified: Features, Advantages, and Things to Watch

A hybrid mortgage combines the pros and cons of both fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgages. Learn what this can mean for your bank account.

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