Does a Refinance Require an Appraisal?
Mortgage Q&A: “Does a refinance require an appraisal?”A reader recently asked if they needed an appraisal to refinance their existing ...
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How to Shop for a Mortgage
Mortgage basics: “How to shop for a mortgage.”Every now and then I focus on mortgage 101 because it seems the ...
Is This Mortgage Company Legit? How to Quickly Vet Your Lender
It’s a question I see consumers ask whenever they size up a lender: “Is X mortgage company legit?”Ultimately, borrowers want ...
How to Track Mortgage Rates: It’s Easier Than You Might Think
If you’re thinking about buying a home, or refinancing an existing home loan, mortgage rates are likely top of mind.As ...
40-Year Mortgages: Do They Make Any Sense?
Interested in a 40-Year Fixed Mortgage?If you need even more time to pay off your mortgageOr need to get the ...