Should you be prequalified to buy a home or preapproved? Let's find out!

Being underwater on your house can be really scary. After all, no one wants to owe more on their home than it's worth. If that's you, take a deep breath. Here's what you can do.

A 30-year fixed-rate mortgage allows you to get a home with a lower monthly payment than a 15-year mortgage—but the interest makes it more expensive.

If you're not paying cash for a home, getting a mortgage is a key part to buying a house. Here are the steps to get a mortgage.

Dealing with debt is a behavior issue, not a math problem. Take ownership and you can get out!

Knowing what's included in a monthly mortgage payment and how much home you can actually afford are key steps to finding a home that will fit your long-term goals.

Do you have questions about the mortgage underwriting process? Here's what to expect!

Living paycheck to paycheck doesn't have to be a way of life. Ask this couple who paid off tons of debt and changed their family tree!

Paying attention to your car maintenance now can keep you from having to spend even more money in repairs later.

Check your impulse shopping at the door when it comes to these 7 emotional purchases.

For bank-qualified first-time buyers, the lure of the instant dream home is often too strong to resist.

We all feel lost from time to time when it comes to our finances. Calculating your net worth can help you get back on track! Use our new net-worth calculator to do that in just a few minutes.

You are better than your fear tells you.

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Don’t let those pesky student loans linger around for the next 25 years. Kick them to the curb with these tips!

Make sure your budget is ready to welcome your bundle of joy!

Have you ever been knocked out cold?

Subprime mortgages are starting to make a comeback. What are they, and are they worth the risk?  

The debt snowball method is the fastest way to pay off your debt. You'll pay off the smallest debt while making the minimum payment on all your other debts, and gain momentum as each one gets paid off.

As the summer months draw to a close, temperatures may not be the only thing cooling down. The U.S. housing market, which has been blistering hot for several years now, might be simmering down too.