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If conventional mortgage financing fails you, try the exotic avenue

The typical non-QM borrower today has non-standard documentation because they earn income from gig work and side hustles, says a Cotality economist

Published on 05/11/2026

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Mortgage Insurance Has More Than One Face

Mortgage Insurance Has varieties

Published on 05/11/2026

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1 in 5 reverse mortgage borrowers reports money shortfalls at home

A survey found that 21% of reverse mortgage holders seeking financial counseling in 2025 carried monthly expenses exceeding monthly income compared with 12.2% in 2024

Published on 05/04/2026

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Rate Shopping Mistakes

Rate Shopping Mistakes

Published on 05/04/2026

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One Score May No Longer Decide

did you know your qualification does not depend on one score anymore?

Published on 04/29/2026

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How to make your home loan process go as smoothly as possible

Jeff Lazerson: The most important thing a buyer can control is their actions and behavior during the mortgage application process

Published on 04/27/2026

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You’re Not Just Buying a Home—You’re Locking in a Financial Advantage

Why Buying with higher rates is better than renting?

Published on 04/23/2026

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Consumer poll: What’s important to today’s homebuyers?

75% of prospective borrowers said finding a low interest rate was the most important thing when selecting a lender

Published on 04/20/2026

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HELOC vs. Cash-Out Refinance: It’s Not About the Product—It’s About the Timing

HELOC vs. Cash Out Refinance - Do you want to know which works

Published on 04/20/2026