When you're applying for a mortgage, the numbers matter. So it's important to understand what everything means, which isn't always easy when you're trying to decipher industry jargon and acronyms. One ...

Editorial Note: Forbes Advisor may earn a commission on sales made from partner links on this page, but that doesn't affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. A loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is a ...

To calculate your home's equity, subtract the balance on all debts secured by your home – including your primary mortgage and any secondary loans – from your property's current appraised value. The ...