
Lydia is a writer with a knack for personal finance and all things money. She's passionate about explaining complex topics in easy-to-understand language. Lydia has covered a variety of finance topics, including investing, insurance, banking, credit cards, mortgages, real estate, loans, saving, and retirement.

You can get rid of PMI from your loan through a number of ways, some that happen automatically. Here’s what to know.

PHFA works with approved banks and mortgage brokers to make home ownership more affordable to qualified borrowers in Pennsylvania.

Our in-depth guide breaks down all the conventional loan requirements in 2022. Spoiler: it’s not as difficult to get approved as you might think!

Home equity is the percentage of your home that you actually own. If you need money now, find out how you can cash in on your home's current equity.

The piggyback calculator will estimate the first & second loan payment for 80-10-10, 80-20 & 80-15-5 mortgages

The new conventional 97 loan program was rolled out to compete with the FHA home loan. Here are the details of the Conventional 97 compared to an FHA mortgage