Step by step guides

Definitive Step by Step Guides to walk you through the process buying a home, refinancing, or investing in real estate. Loan Types and Mortgage process explained. Simply choose a Guide below, learn and plan your next move!

Buying a Home

Learn about each step of the home buying process here. From searching through closing.

Refinancing a Home

Get all your refinance questions answered. Save money and time with the right refinance.

Types of Home Loans

Not sure what Conventional or FHA means? Get details on all the different loan types here.

Mortgage Tools

Mortgage Calculator

Use our home loan calculator to estimate your monthly mortgage payment, including principal, interest, property taxes, homeowners insurance and private mortgage insurance (PMI)

Home Value Checker

Use this FREE tool to get instant detailed access to the value of your home. Use this tool to pay off your home faster or get ideas on how to tap into your equity.

2022 Mortgage Loan Limits For Conventional, FHA, & VA Loans

Mortgage loan limits for every U.S. county, as published by Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)