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What is a VA streamline refinance (VA IRRRL) and how does it work?
Key takeaways Also known as a VA streamline refinance, an interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) is a type of…
12 questions to ask a Realtor when buying a house
Buying a home can be stressful — the experience involves many steps and a lot of money. It’s complex, but…
VA closing costs: What are they and how much are they?
Key takeaways VA loans come with closing costs, which include the origination fee, funding fee, discount points and other fees…
HO-2 homeowners insurance policies
Tony Anderson/Getty Images Key takeaways An HO-2 policy is a type of homeowners insurance that only covers damages caused by…
8 ways to increase your home’s value
Key takeaways While your home's value is determined by many factors, some home improvements could help increase its worth. There…
How does a condo mortgage work?
Key takeaways To get approved for a condo mortgage, you'll need a lender to approve both you and the entire…
Government grants for home improvements
Key takeaways Free home repair grants can give you money to improve your house — but they usually come with…
How much does it cost to refinance a mortgage?
Images by Getty Images; Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate Key takeaways Refinancing your mortgage costs anywhere between 2 to 5 percent…
What is a forbearance agreement?
staticnak1983/Getty Images Key takeaways A mortgage forbearance agreement allows you to temporarily stop making monthly mortgage payments or make smaller…
What is a construction-to-permanent loan?
Image by mbogacz/GettyImages/Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key takeaways A construction-to-permanent loan finances the construction of a house and converts to…
