Homebuilders are offering discounted interest rates to lure buyers back into the market.

Here are the latest interest rates and commentary on five common consumer banking products from Bankrate.com's weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell 10 basis points, to 5.7 percent, according to Bankrate's weekly survey.

Each week, Bankrate.com surveys experts to gauge which way interest rates are headed on mortgages -- a vital tool if you're about to buy a home.

A mortgage broker can be a big help on a land refinance that includes a so-called "story loan."

A condominium homeowner may benefit from a mortgage refinance on an interest-only loan.

Homeowners dream of a new retirement home but fear the nightmare of holding two mortgages.

When shopping for mom and dad, weigh these options to decide if it's a second home or a rental.

Scammers use phony mortgage modifications to prey on homeowners. Here are four ways to foil scams.

Here are the latest interest rates and commentary on five common consumer banking products from Bankrate.com's weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage moved to 5.80 percent, according to Bankrate's weekly survey.

Each week, Bankrate.com surveys experts to gauge which way interest rates are headed on mortgages -- a vital tool if you're about to buy a home.

Time is money but patience can pay off big time when buying a home, looking for a job or investing in the stock market.

Will the Fed continue to target long-term interest rates at this week's upcoming meeting?

The Internet is where it's at when it comes to selling homes these days. Is your selling agent wired in?

Buying a home was made very easy for first-timers several years ago. With prices at such low levels, are those loan packages still out there?

In some states, you can be made to pay short-sale debt. But if it's forgiven, the IRS won't tax it.

Here are the latest interest rates and commentary on five common consumer banking products from Bankrate.com's weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage declined to 5.76 percent in Bankrate's weekly survey.

The Obama administration's proposal for new financial rules includes a simple mortgage.