Mortgages
News, insights and expert analysis on mortgages from the team at Kiplinger.
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How to Use Good Debt (While Identifying and Avoiding Bad Debt)
Not all debt is bad, but knowing the difference between good debt and bad debt and how to use them can help you get ahead financially and stay ahead.
By Mike Decker, NSSA®
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Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Before Retirement?
Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Before Retirement?
By Daniel Bortz
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Can You Get a Mortgage In Retirement? And Should You?
With interest rates still stubbornly high and home prices elevated, here’s how a retiree living on a fixed income can land a decent mortgage.
By Brian O'Connell
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Could the Election Affect Mortgage Rates?
Here's what to know about the election's impact on mortgage rates.
By Erin Bendig
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Best Time of Year to Buy A House
You may find a good home deal at any time of year, but certain seasons or even months have the perfect blend of inventory, supply and price. Here's when to look.
By Donna LeValley
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With Mortgage Rates Falling, Here's How Much You Could Save
As mortgage rates fall, you could potentially save thousands over the life of your loan.
By Erin Bendig
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Mortgage Rates Are Falling: 10 Housing Markets That Could Benefit the Most
These are the top 10 metro areas where the most mortgages are unlocked by lower rates. Plus, the magic number for mortgage rates.
By Erin Bendig
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Will the Fed Rate Cut Lower Mortgage Rates?
A Federal Reserve interest rate cut is one of many influences on mortgage rates, along with inflation, job growth and a shrinking or thriving economy.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Before Buying Your First Home, Get These Three Ducks in a Row
With mortgage rates higher than we're used to, making sure you can comfortably afford to buy your first home is more important than ever.
By David W. Johnston, CFP®
