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Creative qualifying tips for fixed-rate second mortgages, HELOCs

Plus, four tax return workarounds

Published on 07/20/2026

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Hazard Insurance vs Homeowners Insurance

Learn the difference between hazard insurance and homeowners insurance, what lenders require, what each policy covers, and how understanding both helps prevent closing day surprises.

Published on 07/20/2026

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Why home prices, rents are likely to fall in coming decade

The potential for oversupply and falling prices is a concern for the mortgage industry and homeowners with equity

Published on 07/13/2026

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Medical Debt Doesn't Kill Approval

Medical debt

Published on 07/13/2026

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Buyer beware: Why Fannie Mae’s condo blacklist is likely to grow

More rounds of tougher standards are coming in August and January 2027

Published on 06/29/2026

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Active Duty. VA Benefit. Use It Now

VA Benefits

Published on 06/29/2026

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Lawmakers push for higher capital gains exemptions, with an eye on home sales

Four tax relief bills have been introduced to save certain home-sellers more money

Published on 06/22/2026

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Buying a Home Directly From the Seller? Read This First

Homebuying tips FSBO

Published on 06/22/2026

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What are the most asked questions from first-time homebuyers?

Don’t quit your job or get yourself fired in the middle of escrow

Published on 06/15/2026