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Cash-out home loans on the rise for debt reduction, renovations

Home improvements, credit card consolidation and buying more real estate are among the reasons homeowners tap their equity

Published on 05/18/2026

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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