Home Ownership

Buying a home is the single largest purchase most people make. That’s why we’ve put together this helpful guide for first-time homebuyers.

If you're buying a high-end property, you may need a jumbo mortgage to secure your new home. Learn more about this type of mortgage and if it makes sense for you.

Here's what you need to know to make an informed decision about refinancing.

Can you recoup all your renovation costs when you sell your house? Here's a look at home improvement return on investment.

People house hunting during the pandemic are finding few homes for sale and a highly competitive market. Use this guide to help land the home for you.

With an adjustable rate mortgage (ARM), your interest rate will change over time, and it can be helpful to understand how the rate is set.

Having a plan and knowing what you want will be critical to landing in the home that’s right for you.

It's important to understand all the different factors that affect mortgage interest rates, what falling rates mean for your homebuying power, and how lower mortgage interest rates can help you get more home for your money.

Here's what you need to know about annual percentage rate (APR) and interest rate and how they affect your loans.

You'll want to have an idea of whether the home is likely to increase or decrease in value in the coming years so that you know how easy (or difficult) it will be to sell, and whether or not you'll be able to make a profit.

The first year as a homeowner can bring financial surprises — if you aren't prepared. To help you plan, here are some of the most common expenses associated with owning a home.

Use this guide to brush up on your homebuying knowledge so you can feel more confident throughout the process.