Mortgages
News, insights and expert analysis on mortgages from the team at Kiplinger.
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What to Know About Portable Mortgages
A closer look at how portable mortgages would work, who might benefit and why the concept is gaining attention amid high rates and limited supply.
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An Expert's Take: Why You Should Resist a Zero-Down Mortgage
While it's certainly enticing, a zero-down mortgage comes with significant risks, especially if home values decline or you want to refinance.
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A New Kind of HELOC Lets Homeowners Fund Remodels on Their Terms
Finance home upgrades gradually, using the equity you already have.
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Four Military Benefits That Have Helped My Family
Military life can be challenging for servicemembers and their families, but they're offered some significant financial benefits to help cushion the blow.
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Five Ways to Shop for a Low Mortgage Rate
Becoming a Homeowner Mortgage rates are high this year, but you can still find an affordable loan with these tips.
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
Here are some of the best 30-year mortgage rates today as they've started slowly going down.
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What Home Equity Is and Why It's a Valuable Long-Term Investment
Understanding what home equity is and why it's such a valued long-term investment.
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My Mortgage Rate is 6.5%. Should I Refinance If Rates Fall By Half a Point
A half-point dip may not be enough to offset closing costs. Here's the magic number that makes refinancing pay off.
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Should You Refinance Your Mortgage Now That the Fed Just Cut Rates?
The Fed just cut rates, so mortgage refinance rates will be cheaper. Should you act now, or wait?
