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Home Buying and Refinancing

Get to know the ins and outs of purchasing a home or refinancing your current one.

Featured articles

Home buying and refinancing can seem complicated, with lots of decisions and steps involved. We help break it down for you with checklists, tips, and more below.

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Getting ready to buy your first home

Buying a home is a big deal! Follow these tips to get started, stay organized, and set yourself up for success.
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Homebuying how-to: Picking your perfect neighborhood

Every family is different, so it’s important you find a place where everyone can thrive.
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6 Questions to Ask Your Home Loan Advisor

Before you close on your new home, we'll work together to answer these essential questions.

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3 Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Make
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Buying Your First Home as a Couple
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Moving Checklist and Tips
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Buying a Home as an Unmarried Couple
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Your Homebuying Wish List
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What is a Cash-Out Refinance Mortgage?

Calculators

Get the answers you need to important homebuying questions with our selection of easy-to-use home loan calculators.

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Monthly Mortgage Payment Calculator

Discover what makes up your payment and what fits into your budget.
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Mortgage Affordability Calculator

Before you start shopping, learn how much house you can afford. 

15 vs. 30 Year Mortgage Calculator

Should I get a mortgage for 15 or 30 years?

Adjustable Rate Mortgage Calculator

How much will my adjustable rate payments be?
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Home Loan Refinance Calculator

Let's crunch some numbers to see if now is a good time to refinance.

Mortgage Closing Cost Calculator

What will my closing costs be?
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Mortgage Down Payment Calculator

Find out how different down payments affect the cost of your home loan.

Mortgage Loan Estimator

How much can I borrow?
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Mortgage Payoff Calculator

Want to pay off your loan early? Find out how much to add to your payment to meet your target date.
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Debt-to-Income Calculator

Lenders use this ratio to see if you can afford a mortgage payment. Calculate your DTI here.

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Budgeting and saving
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