Mortgage Education

Find out whether buying a home with no credit is possible, plus a few credit-building tips to help you take your first steps towards homeownership.

Multi-family homes are residential properties that accommodate several housing units. Learn what multi-family homes are and how they differ from other home types.

A HUD home is a home previously owned by an FHA borrower that went into foreclosure and is up for resale. Learn about how to find and buy one, and more.

If you have an uninhabited property, consider a vacant home insurance policy. Learn what vacant home insurance covers and who should add it to their policy.

A termite inspection may be required when applying for a VA loan. Learn about the VA termite inspection process, the associated cost, and who pays for it.

In order to qualify for a VA loan, you must go through a VA appraisal. Learn what VA appraisal requirements need to be met to secure your loan.

Mold in a home can damage both your home and your personal health. Learn how to prevent mold in your home, the effects it has on your home, and proper removal.

Maintaining your home helps preserve its property value. Learn how to keep mice out of your house, the cost of rodent control, and the damage rodents can cause.

Buying a house in a flood zone may come with additional considerations. Before moving forward with your purchase, learn what this might mean for you.