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There's no button to press the week before you apply. But the levers that matter most are simple and largely within your control if you start early enough. Here's how mortgage lenders read your credit, which factors move your score, and how much lead time to give yourself.
A lower rate can still lose you money if you sell before the savings catch up to closing costs. Here's how to run the break-even math, recognize when a refinance genuinely pays off, and know when to hold off.
PMI costs $30–$70 per $100K borrowed and can be removed at 20% equity. Here's how to cancel PMI — including through refinancing or home appreciation.
ARM vs. fixed-rate mortgage: which is right for you? We compare monthly costs, long-term risk, and the break-even math — so you can choose with confidence.