To get a pre-approval letter for the purchase of market rate housing, view the list of lenders who are approved for the Downpayment and Mortgage Assistance programs. Cesar Ortiz, NMLS 483481 ...

One of the largest banks in the U.S. Bank of America is also one of the biggest mortgage lenders, with a reputation for stellar customer service and low rates. We love that, besides a well ...

You might have different priorities when choosing a refinance lender than when you first got your mortgage. For example, a fast closing probably won't matter to you as much as getting the lowest ...

What to look out for: Fairway Independent doesn't show any rates online, not even sample rates. To see what rate you might pay with this lender, you'll need to talk to a loan officer or apply for ...

He is also the author of two books. kate_sept2004 / Getty Images Mortgage brokers are licensed professionals who connect borrowers with lenders. They do not issue mortgages themselves. For each ...

Ongoing strength in the U.S. economy drove mortgage rates up over 7% for the first time in eight months, casting doubt over a recovery in the housing sector. The 30-year mortgage rate inched up to ...

A Jan. 9 article regarding EV loans compared a $6.6 billion loan to Rivian with a $465 million loan to Tesla. Since the loan to Tesla is only 7% of the loan to Rivian, this is not a good comparison.

A specific process must be followed to receive a signed document from the lender indicating that the mortgage has been discharged and your contract has been fulfilled. The mortgage discharge ...

Mortgage discharge fees can be up to $400 and prepayment penalties can be the equivalent of three months of interest payments on the outstanding balance or the interest rate differential ...

It's not an easy fix, but for people already in the bankruptcy process, or seriously considering it, a student loan discharge is an excellent option." Persis Yu, deputy executive director at the ...

Outgoing presidents traditionally leave a letter for the incoming president. Former President Joe Biden wished President Donald Trump "all the best for the next four years" in the letter he left ...