Our verdict: Citizens Bank is a full-service national bank that pairs a broad mortgage lineup (conventional, FHA, VA, jumbo, and a physician loan) with an easy online prequalification process and […]
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Behind on Your VA Loan? How the New Partial Claim Works, and Why Your Servicer May Not Offer It Until November 28
The VA Partial Claim Program replaced VASP and opened June 15, 2026. Servicers have until Nov. 28 to offer it. What to ask for, and who to call.
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A 15-year home equity loan balances payment size and total interest. See how the term compares to 10- and 20-year options, sample…
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Yes — you can refinance a home equity loan several ways. See your four options, what lenders require, the costs involved, and when…
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Waiting for Mortgage Rates to Drop? What the Jobs Report Actually Changed at the Fed
A weak jobs report likely killed a September Fed hike, but forecasters still see 6.4%-6.5% mortgage rates through 2026. What that means if you’re buying.
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Student Debt Down Payment Penalty: 8 Months to 16 Years of Homebuying Delay, Depending on Your Metro
Student debt adds 8 months to 16 years to the time it takes to save a down payment, depending on your metro. See your city’s number in TMR’s 2026 report.
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The Fed voted 9-3 to hold rates steady, with 3 officials voting to raise them. See how persistent inflation and Fed division affect your mortgage options.
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Deciding how to pay for a renovation? Compare using a credit card vs. a HELOC for home improvement — by project size, cost, risk, and how…
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Deciding how to pay for a renovation? Compare using a credit card vs. a HELOC for home improvement — by project size, cost, risk, and how…
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Some homes for sale never reach Zillow. Here’s how private listings work, who benefits, and the questions buyers should ask before…
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