Before most house hunters can close the deal, they need to qualify for a mortgage. Learning how to apply for a mortgage in advance — and breaking the process down into digestible steps — can help ...

This type of mortgage lets you pay for a home and renovations with a single loan.

If you don't have a sizeable down payment or great credit, FHA loans can be a great option. Backed by the Federal Housing Administration, they only require 3.5% down for borrowers with a 580 FICO ...