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Borrowers eying a very modest home may be surprised to discover that a small mortgage of less than six figures can be even harder to get than a jumbo loan of a million dollars or more, simply because many lenders don't find them profitable.

With rates expected to keep rising in 2019, what can you do to boost your odds of qualifying for the lowest mortgage rate possible?.

Though often overlooked when it comes to mortgages, credit unions can offer benefits that other lenders may not do so well, such as having lower fees, knowing the local market and being able to make loans on unique properties.

A rate lock can provide you protection against the possibility that rates may rise after you apply for a loan, but they can come back to bite you if rates fall.

Some mortgage lenders are once again offering interest-only home loans, in limited numbers.But should you consider one?.

A 15-year mortgage can save you a lot of money in interest costs, but your monthly payments will be a lot higher than a 30-year loan.So do you bite the bullet or not?.