Home Mortgage

There’s more to getting your house in order than boosting curb appeal and finding a real estate agent.

You’ve been waiting for it all winter: Now that the snow has finally melted, you’re ready to shake off that cabin fever so your inner Bob Vila can tackle some home renovations. But don’t run to Home Depot just yet.

Spring and all its glory is right around the corner—just take a look at the signs all around you.

Hint: There’s a method to the March Madness.

Your insurance company has refused your claim, but you know you have a case. Take these steps to get closer to a favorable resolution.

The right pricing strategy plays a big part in scoring the best offer on your home.

Thinking about handing over a stack of money to secure an apartment or get a rent discount? Be sure you know what you’re getting into.

Learn why American homeowners are leaving thousands of dollars on the table by not refinancing when the time is right.  

At an unpredictable time for the economy and for the euro, mortgage rates edged up.

Spa-like bathrooms and huge master closets are good investments, but steer clear of amenities that won’t bring a good return.

The 10 states with the biggest year-over-year increase in foreclosures are, for the most part, the ones with some of the lowest overall foreclosure rates.

Put these four tasks on your to-do list for a quick and painless sale.

Learn how to avoid these pitfalls and ensure the sale of your house goes quickly and smoothly, with the minimum stress and complication.

With game tickets starting above $9,000, they’re quite a perk for this rambler near Scottsdale.

Heavy snow and ice can cause major headaches for homeowners, from collapsed roofs to fallen trees and flooded basements. Depending on your insurance policy, you could be liable.

Is 2015 the year you get serious about your home search? These three resolutions can help you pull it off.

Private mortgage insurers in the United States may have to cut premiums to better compete with the Federal Housing Administration, which plans to reduce premiums in the government's latest attempt to encourage first-time homebuyers.

Prospective homebuyers have a reason to smile. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage hit a 19-month low this week at 3.58%, according to the Zillow Mortgage Rate Ticker. That’s down from 3.72% the week prior and 4.35% on Jan. 6, 2014.

Renting was expensive nationwide, but in these 20 metros, the average monthly payment was through the roof.

Refinancing your home can be a difficult task under any conditions, but with a low appraisal value, it is especially challenging. If you have a low appraisal value that makes refinancing difficult, what can you do about it? You do have a few options to consider.