It's time to put away old fashioned notions of down payments. Home buying in the 21st century is a little different.

Government loan or bank mortgage? Bank mortgage or government loan? How do you know what to pick?

The super-simple (and fun) way to separate needs from nice-to-haves.

One of the biggest misconceptions of homebuying? The 20% down payment. Here’s how to buy with a lot less down.

Enjoy your home more today and sell it for the best price tomorrow.

It may be sooner than you think, depending on these factors...

Reverse Mortgages aren't for anyone. Find out if they're right for you!

When a lender says you don’t qualify for a mortgage refinance, you may be able to fix what’s wrong or find another lender willing to step up.

Facing foreclosure and you just want it over with? The deed in lieu of foreclosure may be your best alternative. Here are the advantages, disadvantages and tips on obtaining a deed in lieu.

This refinance method can help in the short-term, but be careful how you take advantage of it.

The people you work with during your real estate transaction could have a big impact on the success or failure of that transaction.

Knowing where you want to be when your mortgage is paid off could be more important than the length of your term.

It's great being your own boss. Not so great being your own accountant, banker and mortgage advisor as well.

Specific rates can depend on specific circumstances. Yours could have an impact on your mortgage rate.

Spoiler alert: Find out at least a year before you buy to avoid any potential heartbreaks.

You can find a lot of help with your down payment. If you know where to look.

For those looking to put down home ownership roots once more, here are five tips.

If you’re fresh out of college and settling in at your first or second job, homeownership might be out of sight, out of mind. But there’s a lot you can do in your 20s to better position yourself for buying a home when the time is right.

You know there’s plenty to do before you get to the really serious house hunting, but it’s hard to resist. Hang on, you’re almost there. You’ve got to have one thing in hand before the fun begins: your preapproval letter.

It’s convenient. Immediate. We’re programmed to believe it. But are online mortgage lenders consistently offering the lowest mortgage rates?