Buyer Basics Thursday
What First-Time Homebuyers Actually Need to Know About Mortgages in 2026
Buying your first home in 2026? Here's a plain-English breakdown of mortgage types, current rates, and how to figure out what you can afford.
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Refi Tip Tuesday
Refi Tip Tuesday: Divorce and Refinancing: What to Know
Splitting up often means refinancing to remove a spouse. Understand the process and timeline.
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Rate Roundup
Mortgage Rates Week of Mar 22: 6.22% (up 0.11%)
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.22% this week. Here's what it means for buyers and refinancers.
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State SpotlightCA
California Mortgage Rates in March 2026: What Buyers and Owners Need to Know
30-year fixed rates sit at 6.22% this March. Here's what that means if you're buying or refinancing in California right now.
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Buyer Basics Thursday
Buyer Basics Thursday: Property Tax Escrow: How It Works
Most lenders require escrow for taxes and insurance. Learn how it affects your payment.
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Buyer Basics Thursday
What First-Time Homebuyers Actually Need to Know About Mortgages in 2026
Buying your first home in 2026? Here's what the current rates mean for your budget and how to avoid the mistakes most first-timers make.
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Refi Tip Tuesday
Refi Tip Tuesday: Refinancing After Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy doesn't mean refinancing is impossible. Learn about waiting periods and rebuilding strategies.
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State SpotlightNE
New York Mortgage Rates in March 2026: What Buyers Need to Know
Explore current mortgage rates in New York for March 2026, with 30-year fixed at 6.11% and 15-year at 5.5%. What it means for NY buyers.
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Rate Roundup
Mortgage Rates Week of Mar 15: 6.22% (up 0.11%)
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.22% this week. Here's what it means for buyers and refinancers.
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State SpotlightWA
Washington Mortgage Rates in March 2026: What Homebuyers Need to Know
Washington mortgage rates sit at 6.11% for a 30-year fixed loan in March 2026. Here's what buyers and refinancers need to know.
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guides
PMI explained: what it costs, when it drops, and how to avoid it
PMI protects the lender, not you — but it's not permanent and sometimes paying it beats waiting to save 20%. Here's what it actually costs and how to get rid of it.
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Rate Roundup
Mortgage Rates Week of Mar 8: 6% (up 0.02%)
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6% this week. Here's what it means for buyers and refinancers.
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