What does closing on a house mean?

Learn the maximum conventional mortgage amount for conforming and jumbo loans, including limits for standard areas and high-cost regions across the U.S. Read more

What is a transfer tax? Find out how this fee works in home sales and settlements, so you’re fully prepared for your next big real estate transaction. Read more

What does a down payment mean in real estate? Understand how this cost shapes a loan, PMI, and monthly payments, and see how loan programs impact requirements. Read more