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The 10 largest mortgage lenders in the U.S.
There’s a new No. 1 atop the list of the nation’s largest mortgage lenders. United Wholesale Mortgage pushed past Rocket…
Best mortgage lenders of May 2024
Image Source/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate When you’re shopping for a mortgage, you have many options, from big banks to…
Best VA loan lenders in 2024
You have money questions. Bankrate has answers. Our experts have been helping you master your money for over four decades.…
Experts say the 2024 hurricane season could break records. Here’s how to prepare
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is shaping up to be one of the most active on record — and now…
Mortgage seasoning: What is it and what are the requirements?
Key takeaways Seasoning, for mortgage-related purposes, refers to the amount of time you’ve had funds in your bank account —…
Mortgage rate forecast for May 2024: No break for homebuyers
The wind continues to blow in the wrong direction for mortgage borrowers. — Greg McBride, Bankrate Chief Financial Analyst As…
What the Fed’s continued rate pause means for homebuyers and sellers
The Federal Reserve is keeping its finger on the pause button. The central bank raised rates 11 times in 2022…
How does the Federal Reserve affect mortgages?
Images by GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate The Federal Reserve doesn’t set mortgage rates outright, but its decisions play a…
How the Federal Reserve affects HELOCs and home equity loans
The Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions influence the rates you pay for variable-rate home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) and…
Should you buy a second home?
Key takeaways Demand for mortgages for second homes is currently the lowest it's been in several years. When considering buying…
