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Current 30-yr mortgage rates hover in the mid-6% range, but averages hide opportunities for qualified borrowers to secure lower offers

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Government-backed mortgage loans help first-time buyers and borrowers with lower credit scores pursue homeownership through more flexible credit and financial

A 3-2-1 buydown temporarily lowers a buyer's mortgage rate for the first three years, then returns the loan to its

Prequalification gives buyers an early borrowing estimate using basic financial details and a soft credit check that should not affect

Buying a home requires planning, including saving for a down payment and qualifying for a mortgage. Prequalification involves providing financial

Before applying for a mortgage, understand your credit score, as higher scores improve approval chances and lower interest rates. Know

Mortgage approval depends on your ability to repay, assessed by debt-to-income ratio, credit history, and payment likelihood. The home's appraised

First-time buyers need more than a deposit: closing costs, moving expenses, insurance, taxes, lender fees, and repairs all belong in

A mortgage rate is not guaranteed until it is locked, so a rate lock can protect buyers from payment changes