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A first mortgage lien, also known as a primary lien, is the primary legal claim your lender has on your home. Learn how it works & what happens if you default. Read more

What is close of escrow, and what happens during this final step of buying a home? Understand how funds are transferred and how home ownership is finalized. Read more

Understand mortgage interest rates and how it affects your loan. Learn the difference between simple and compound interest, APR, and negative amortization. Read more