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From how much house you can afford to today's rates, CNET breaks down everything you need to know about mortgages.

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Refinance Rates for May 20, 2022: Rates Keep Declining This Week

Refinance Rates for May 20, 2022: Rates Keep Declining This Week

Multiple important refinance rates dropped today.

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Mortgage Rates on May 20, 2022: Rates Cool Off This Week

Mortgage Rates on May 20, 2022: Rates Cool Off This Week

Today quite a few important mortgage rates moved down again, though rates are expected to rise this year.

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CNET mortgage calculator: How much house you can afford

CNET mortgage calculator: How much house you can afford

Figure out your monthly mortgage payment -- and whether your dream home fits your actual budget.

Here's why mortgage refinance rates are dropping even lower

Here's why mortgage refinance rates are dropping even lower

The removal of a major refinancing fee sets the stage for even lower monthly mortgage payments.

Mortgage giant Fannie Mae now allows rent payments to count on mortgage applications

Mortgage giant Fannie Mae now allows rent payments to count on mortgage applications

But there's a tradeoff: The program requires applicants to consent to a digital scan of their banking records.

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Mortgage interest rates today

Here's what you need to know to lock in the best rate possible for that home loan.
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Refinance interest rates today

With mortgage rates at historic lows, this is a good time to consider a refi.
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Competition to Buy a Home Is Decreasing -- but Mortgage Costs Will Continue Rising

It may be easier to buy a home in 2022, but prices and rates will keep going up.
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Yes, You Can Buy a Home in 2022: Tips From a Real Estate Agent

The real estate market has been anything but ordinary in the past few years. Here's how to cut through the noise and land your first home.
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Mortgage Rates for April 28, 2022: Rates Inch Higher

Mortgage rates are up slightly from last week. If you're looking to buy a home, find out how this could impact you.
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Why Rising Mortgage Rates May Be Your Ticket to Loan Approval

Rising interest rates have an upside -- they may help you get approved for a home loan more easily.
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Rent Increases by Nearly 20% Across the US: What Renters Need to Know

Experts recommend spending only 30% of your monthly income on housing, but that goal may be unattainable for many renters.
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How Much House Can I Afford?

Figure out your monthly mortgage payment -- and whether your dream home fits your actual budget.
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Mortgage Calculator

CNET's mortgage calculator and glossary can help homebuyers figure out and prepare for monthly mortgage payments.
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Home Prices Keep Rising: How to Tap Into Your Home Equity and Snag a Lower Interest Rate

The sooner you refinance, the more likely you are to get a lower rate.
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