Mortgages
News, insights and expert analysis on mortgages from the team at Kiplinger.
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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.
By Donna LeValley
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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.
By Choncé Maddox
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Selling a Haunted House? What You Have to Tell Buyers (and What You Don’t)
You don’t need ghosts to spook buyers, sometimes a home’s past is enough. Here’s what sellers should know about disclosure laws, pricing and perception when a property has a haunted history.
By Carla Ayers
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How to Choose a Mortgage Lender in Five Steps
Not all lenders are created equal — here’s how to compare offers, rates and terms with confidence.
By Dori Zinn
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A Vacation Home Sounds Dreamy, But Is It the Right Move for You?
A vacation home can be a relaxing getaway or a financial burden. Learn the pros and cons of owning a second home and how to decide if it fits your goals.
By Dori Zinn
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Should You Buy a Vacation Home?
If you vacation to a beloved destination again and again, purchasing a home there may be a smart move — but don’t overlook the costs and effort that go into it.
By Emma Patch
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Planning a Major Home Renovation? 3 Smart Ways to Finance It
From HELOCs to personal loans, here’s how to pay for a major home renovation without draining your savings.
By Paige Cerulli
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How a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Works
You can use home equity to pay off high-interest debt or improve your home, but it’s important to understand the risks.
By Emma Patch
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Where the Ultra-Rich Are Buying Real Estate Now
Why the ultra-rich are flocking to new corners of the world — and what their moves reveal about real estate hot spots.
By Paige Cerulli
