Mortgage Check-up Articles

• What the Fed Rate Cut Means to Borrowers
  

  Straight talk from C.D. Davies, LendingTree CEO

• Did you make a mortgage mistake?
  

  Worried that your mortgage was a mistake? Find out how to get it back under control.

• Q&A about today's mortgage market
  

  Helpful information and advice for borrowers looking for a home loan.

• 5 steps for smart borrowing in today's market
  

  Confused about getting a loan in today's chaotic mortgage market? Here's help.

• 11 questions to ask your mortgage lender
  

  Here's what you need to know to be sure you choose the mortgage that will best meet your needs.

• How the subprime mortgage shakeout affects you
  

  Keep your credit in tip-top shape and be prepared to make a bigger down payment to minimize the impact.

• Anxious about getting a loan? Here's help
  

  Go slowly to establish trust and get a home loan that meets your needs.

• Down payment: What is the purpose?
  

  Why do lenders want a down payment when you purchase a home? It's all about security.

• How to avoid ARM reset shock
  

  Concerned about rising interest rates? There are a number of ways to protect yourself from rate shock when your adjustable rate mortgage resets.

• Why lenders want documents
  

  Tax returns, W-2s, bank statements--the list goes on. Why does getting a loan involve so much paper?