Financing your new home

Can you rent-to-own a million-dollar home? Yes, you can, though it isn’t a common strategy. Learn how renting-to-own works when the home costs $1 million or more.

A short sale can be a great chance to get a deal on a home, but short sales come with potential pitfalls, too. We’ve collected tips on short sales for buyers.

What’s the appraisal value of an unfinished basement? We share hard numbers on the difference in value between finished and unfinished basements.

This type of sale comes with challenges, including a drawn-out closing process and little room for negotiation. Here are the short sale pros and cons.

Seeing the words “condo” and “short sale” together in a listing makes some buyers want to run away and other buyers want to jump right in. Which response is right for you?

Houses purchased through short sales, foreclosures, or as bank-owned or REO homes may have problems, from expensive repairs to title issues. We cover the pros and cons.

Smart buyers can save thousands by comparing lenders. Learn how to navigate rates, compare quotes, and decode APR to get the best deal on your mortgage.

What is a mortgage? It’s a type of loan you can use to purchase a home, but it’s different from other loan products. Here are basics buyers should know.

Planning to avoid a mortgage by saving up cash for a home? It’s wise to consider how long it might take you — and what you might sacrifice along the way.

Before you choose a lender, you need to ask these important mortgage questions so you know what to expect. You don’t want to get in over your head!