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  Home EquityHECM vs. HELOC: which should you choose?

  Homeowners often need to borrow against their home equity, often to pay major expenses such as home repairs, medical bills or their children’s education.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  December 10, 2019
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  Tools And GuidesWhat is private mortgage insurance?

  Like other types of mortgage insurance, private mortgage insurance (PMI) protects the lender in the event the borrower stops making payments on the loan.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  November 12, 2019
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  Tools And GuidesHow long does mortgage underwriting take?

  The mortgage underwriting process can be complicated for first-time home buyers. Knowing more about underwriting can help make the home purchase process easier and less mysterious. Here's what you need to know.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  November 7, 2019
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  Mortgage RefinanceHow much does it cost to refinance a mortgage?

  When you borrowed money to buy your house, you negotiated the best interest rate and mortgage deal you possibly could.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  November 6, 2019