Understanding your finance options and interest rates can help ease the mortgage process. Along with purchase price and mortgage payments, closing costs and property taxes are included in the cost of buying a home.

Veterans may be eligible for loans with zero down payments or favorable interest rates, and no requirement for private mortgage insurance.

Understand how property insurance impacts the full cost of owning a home. Your new home's location, value, and any findings in the home inspection may affect the cost of your insurance and what coverage you might need.

Thinking of renting out your home rather than selling it? Make sure you understand the risks, and insurance coverage needs, that come with the rewards of rental property income.

Refinancing your home loan can help you lower your mortgage payment, pay off your loan faster, fund your next home purchase or access cash for other financial goals.

When preparing to stage a home for sale or to move, you may need temporary storage, to make repairs or upgrades, or rent a vehicle. Look for discounts so costs don't pile up.