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The HELPER Act is a 100% mortgage program, exempt from mortgage insurance, for teachers, firefighters, and law enforcement...

Real estate & mortgage terms for first-time home buyers. We explain everything in plain language and contextual, real-world examples....

The complete list of mortgage abbreviations and real estate terms you're 99% sure you know how to pronounce....

If you’ve ever wondered if homeownership is possible for you, you’re not alone. It’s a process, but homeownership is possible — and it’s...

According to the National Association of REALTORS®, 51% of renters say that student loan debt keeps them from buying a home. Congress wants to do...

Would you like to move somewhere affordable? For many first-time home buyers, choosing a place to live comes with questions: How close is the home to...

First-time home buyers may soon benefit from a $15,000 tax credit, courtesy of the 2023 DASH Act. Let's look at the bill and how to claim...

First-time home buyers can buy a house with a 401(k) retirement plan but it’s generally a bad idea. Here’s why: 401(k) loans are a relic...

Home Possible® is the branded name of Freddie Mac’s 3 percent down, low down payment mortgage. It’s an affordable mortgage program for...