
5.3 Million Student Loan Holders Face 100+ Point Credit Score Drops. It Will Affect Homebuying Prospects
Millions of Americans saw their credit scores sink when student loan collection resumed. How it might affect their ability to buy a home.
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Millions of Americans saw their credit scores sink when student loan collection resumed. How it might affect their ability to buy a home.
Buying your first home can feel like an impossible dream in today’s tough market, but you might be surprised that you qualify for first-time homebuyer programs — even if you’ve previously owned a home.
First-time home buyers are biding their time, put off by high mortgage rates. But is that a mistake they'll later regret?
We estimate home prices you might be able to afford on a $70,000 annual salary based on common lending assumptions.
The government is promoting plans to privatize Fannie and Freddie. Will that lead to higher or lower mortgage rates?
Home prices continue to rise despite economic uncertainty and slowing home sales. How long can that last?
To save a 10% down payment, it could take new college grads upwards of 18 years in some states.
The Fed failed to move mortgage rates far on Wednesday. For how long will they be stuck close to 7%?
Two expert forecasts this week provide hope that mortgage rates could fall later this year and through 2026.
Renting out your pool or another of your home's leisure amenities can be a lucrative side hustle. But is it worth the hassle?
Homeowners have record levels of equity. And many are tapping theirs using HELOCs, according to a new study. Yes, we're seeing a HELOC boom.
What's the real max DTI for a mortgage? Not what you think. A loan officer breaks it down.
Choosing the right lender can make or break the home-buying experience. But if you've already begun the process with one mortgage company, can you switch to a different lender for your loan?
The real story on how to improve credit from an on-the-ground loan officer who works with first-time buyers daily.
Disputing items on your credit report can derail your mortgage approval, even if the account is inaccurate. What to do instead.
Explore expert resources on FHA, VA, USDA loans, refinancing, and selling your home—everything you need for a confident homeownership journey.
Compare loan options and estimate your monthly payments—including taxes and insurance—for FHA, VA, USDA, and conventional loans.