Freddie Mac Blog

Helpful information and tips on buying, owning or renting a home and the housing market

How Selling with Equity Can Help You Avoid Foreclosure

If you are in danger of foreclosure, you may be able to leverage your home equity to pay off your debt.

What You Should Know About Buying a HomeSteps Home

Learn more about how HomeSteps is helping families find affordable homes.

How to Improve a Damaged Credit Score

There are steps you can take to improve your credit score and strengthen your personal finances.

6 Tips to Help Avoid Rental Scams

Although it is impossible to avoid encountering a fraudulent rental listing, following these tips can help ensure you don’t fall victim to a scammer.

How to Navigate a Hot Homebuying Market

Learn how you can set yourself up for successful long-term homeownership when buying in a competitive market.

Is It Possible to Rent an Apartment with Low or No Credit?

Your credit score can be an important factor when renting, but it’s not the only factor.

5 Tips for Online House Hunting

Searching for a new home online can be convenient and efficient. Here are five tips to house hunt online effectively.

What Is Credit Life Insurance? Should I Have It?

Learn what credit life insurance is — and ways you can ensure your loved ones are protected from any large financial burden when you die.

Qualifying for a Mortgage with Student Loan Debt

Don’t let your student loan debt dissuade you from homeownership if you’re financially ready.

Qualifying for a Mortgage When You’re Self-Employed

Learn approaches to prove your income and employment history, as well as tax considerations for managing your debt-to-income ratio if you’re self-employed.

What Is Mortgage Underwriting?

Learn about what underwriting is and the underwriting process so that you understand how your loan application will be evaluated.

The 5 Factors that Make Up Your Credit Score

Take a close look at the factors that make up your FICO® credit score and the importance of each to your score.

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