Metros With Highest Wildfire Risk See Influx of New Residents
Just two of the 29 metros with the highest wildfire risk had a higher rate of people moving out than in, according to a LendingTree study. Read More
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48% of Newlywed Homeowners Asked for Down Payment Help Instead of Wedding Gifts
We surveyed 1,050 U.S. newlyweds to learn how couples balance homebuying and wedding planning. Here’s a closer look. Read More
5 Steps To Refinance a Rental Property
Learn the steps required to refinance your rental property so you can reduce monthly expenses and maximize profit. Read More
Less Than 5% of People With Mortgages Are Under 30 in Nation’s Biggest Metros
Only 3.1% of adults younger than 30 have a mortgage in the 50 largest U.S. metros, but that varies considerably. Read More
Loan Seekers Plagued by Unwanted Calls and Texts, and They Don’t Know Why They’re Receiving Them — Here’s Why
Our survey investigates unwanted communication — which 74% of those who’ve applied for a new product or service say they’ve received. Read More
48% of Americans Considering Moving in 2025 Cite Political Climate as Reason
40% of Americans say they’re considering a move sometime in 2025, according to a LendingTree survey, while 60% say they plan to stay put. Read More
What is an FHA Loan? Requirements, How It Works and How to Get One
An FHA loan is a mortgage insured by the Federal Housing Administration. Learn more about FHA loan requirements and compare offers. Read More
38% of Americans Think Housing Market at Risk of Crashing in Next Year — 51% Say It’s More Likely Under Trump Administration
A LendingTree survey of over 2,000 respondents found that 38% of Americans think the housing market is at risk of crashing in the next year. Read More
VA Loan Guide: Eligibility, Lenders and How They Work
Are you a veteran or service member looking to buy a home? A VA loan comes with many benefits and can put your dream of home ownership within reach. Read More
First Federal Bank Review
Headquartered in Lake City, Fla., First Federal Bank has been serving customers in the Southeast since 1962. After acquiring BNC National Bank’s mortgage division in June 2023, First Federal now operates mortgage offices across both the Southeast and Midwest, reaching as far west as Phoenix. Read More