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Your credit cards are the #1 lever. These 5 strategies can raise your mortgage score in weeks — not months — and save you thousands on your loan

Altgage's free Rapid Credit Boost can raise your mortgage score 20-100 points in two weeks. Learn who it's for, how it works, and why your app score isn't the one lenders use.

Massachusetts property tax rates vary 2x by town. See how taxes are calculated, escrowed, and what they add to your monthly payment.

Learn the tax benefits of homeownership in Massachusetts, including deductions, credits, and savings opportunities that can help reduce your overall tax burden.

Follow this contract to close checklist for homebuyers to stay on track from offer to closing. Learn key steps, timelines, and tips for a smooth home buying process.

Check out how payment history impacts credit scores and mortgage approval. See how late payments, collections, and recency influence rates and lending decisions.

Learn what a mortgage rate lock is and how it works to protect your interest rate from market changes. A simple guide for homebuyers to make smart decisions.

Want to purchase a home quickly? This guide explains how to buy a house in Massachusetts in 3 weeks, from pre-approval to final closing without delays. Read Now!

PMI costs vary by 6-7x by credit score, down payment and loan type. Costs can vary from $60–$534/month on a $400,000 home. Credit score matters the most. See the full rate card and calculate your PMI.