How to Get a Mortgage: Beginner’s Step-by-Step Guide
Buying a house can seem overwhelming at first, but taking it step by step removes the stress — or most of it at least.
November 28, 2025 12 min read
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Buying a house can seem overwhelming at first, but taking it step by step removes the stress — or most of it at least.
Zillow says home buyers are getting record discounts at the moment. You might end up in a better home than you were expecting.
Parents who plan to relocate close to an adult child need to plan carefully and approach the idea with tact.
Compare new construction and existing homes to see which suits first-time buyers best.
The bipartisan ROAD to Housing Bill is full of good ideas to help renters and home buyers.
A new study finds Americans are having way fewer kids because high housing costs make big families unaffordable.
It's not an easy housing market for most. But many young adults face high unemployment rates, low incomes, and high rents and home prices, says Harvard report.
You can never be sure, but Black Fridays have historically been quiet for mortgage rates. And bond markets closer today at 2 p.m. Eastern.
Major agencies expect rates to hover around 6.2% in 2026. On-the-ground industry experts say this sideways rate movement will help balance the market.
First time homebuyers mostly hear about upfront costs of buying, like down payment and closing costs. But what are the ongoing costs?
Review the homebuying process an how long each step might take.
Mortgage lenders are doing a good job, says the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Mortgage Origination Satisfaction Study.
The government is looking at ways to improve access to assumable and portable mortgages. How much might that help the housing crisis?
It's the end of the 620 minimum credit score for Fannie and Freddie. But that doesn't mean a free for all.
Buy Now, Pay Later lender Klarna worries lenders will penalize borrowers who use its service.
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.
