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 InvestmentUnderstanding what home equity is and why it's such a valued long-term investment.
By Donna LeValley
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Five Ways to Shop for a Low Mortgage RateBecoming a Homeowner Mortgage rates are high this year, but you can still find an affordable loan with these tips.
By Daniel Bortz
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How to Choose a Mortgage Lender in Five StepsNot all lenders are created equal — here’s how to compare offers, rates and terms with confidence.
By Dori Zinn
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What to Watch for When Refinancing Your Home MortgageA smart refinance can save you thousands, but only if you know how to avoid costly pitfalls, calculate true savings and choose the right loan for your goals.
By Paige Cerulli
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How a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) WorksYou 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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Rising Home Prices and Mortgage Rates Can Make This Insurance More RelevantIt's been hard to avoid private mortgage insurance in an era of rising home prices and higher mortgage rates.
By Ella Vincent
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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?
By Donna LeValley
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Could Tax Savings Make a 50-Year Mortgage Worth It?Buying a Home The 50-year mortgage proposal by Trump aims to address the housing affordability crisis with lower monthly mortgage payments. But what does that mean for your taxes?
By Kate Schubel
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What to Know About Portable MortgagesA closer look at how portable mortgages would work, who might benefit and why the concept is gaining attention amid high rates and limited supply.
By Carla Ayers
