Mortgage News, Tips & Tools Page 4

Unbiased, useful info to help save you money, time and peace of mind during the mortgage process. If you have a mortgage or are about to get one, we think you'll find info here you can't always get elsewhere.

Everything You Need to Know About Lender-Placed Insurance (LPI)

Lender-placed insurance is added to a mortgage in order to maintain homeowners insurance coverage if the existing policy expires. Explore its role in lending, how it works and what you can do to avoid it.

February 12, 2024

Everything You Need to Know About Lender-Placed Insurance (LPI)

February 12, 2024

Home Buying Not Only a Couples' Game: Results of the Pennymac Single Homeownership Survey

The results are in — and they may surprise you. See what single homeowners shared about their home-buying journey and why they felt fine doing it without a partner.

January 10, 2024

Why Fall Is the Best Time to Buy A House: A Shopper’s Guide to the Benefits of Autumn House Hunting

From less competition to dropping prices, house hunting in the fall season has numerous benefits.

January 2, 2024

10 Ways to Financially Benefit From Your Home

Owning a home is about having something of your own and building equity. So, what are the financial perks of building home equity?

November 27, 2023

Outgrowing a Home: Should I Buy A Bigger House?

Is it time to sell your house and buy a bigger one? How to decide if upsizing to a new home is right for you.

October 11, 2023

Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC), Home Equity Loans and Cash-Out Refinancing: Everything You Need to Know

Convert your home equity into cash with a home equity line of credit, home equity loan or cash-out refinancing. Let's explore the differences between these options to help you decide if one could benefit you.

October 10, 2023