If you took out a government-backed mortgage over the last two years, you’re probably watching interest rates fall and wondering when to refinance. But before you take the refi plunge, you need to ...

Mortgage delinquencies in the U.S. increased during the fourth quarter of 2025, according to the latest Mortgage Bankers ...

If you want to refinance your mortgage but you're enrolled in a forbearance program, generally, you must first end the forbearance and meet certain conditions. Refinancing involves paying off ...

Rising home values have translated into large equity gains over the past few years. As of 2024, homeowners hold an average of $315,000 in equity. A cash-out refinance allows you to tap into your home ...

Five years of COVID-era relief for federally-insured mortgages has helped millions of American homeowners retain their properties, while artificially inflating home prices and leading to the potential ...

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Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans are a popular choice for first-time homebuyers and other borrowers who, for a variety of reasons, may have a hard time qualifying for a conventional home ...