Smart Borrower Guides

The LendingTree Smart Borrower Guides are designed to walk you through the process of getting a home loan, buying your first home, or making other key financial decisions. Each guide provides easy-to-understand information, plus handy worksheets and other tools that will arm you with the knowledge you need to make smart borrowing decisions.

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Guide to Mortgage Refinancing
Guide to Mortgage Refinancing (7.66 MB) PDF 10 pgs All you need to know about mortgage refinancing, including how to choose the best mortgage options for your needs and how to determine the best time to refinance.
Guide to Home Equity Loans
Guide to Home Equity Loans (2.27 MB) PDF 11 pgs Learn how to put your home's equity to work for you with a home equity loan or line of credit.
Guide to Mortgages
Guide to Mortgages (2.38 MB) PDF 19 pgs Explore your mortgage options and learn how to choose the loan that's best for you.
Guide to Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
Guide to Adjustable-Rate Mortgages (5.01 MB) PDF 18 pgs Adjustable-rate mortgages can save you money, but they can also be complex. Learn the ins and outs of adjustable-rate mortgages with this helpful guide.
Guide to Buying Your First Home
Guide to Buying Your First Home (5.37 MB) PDF 15 pgs A special guide for first-time home buyers with helpful tips about getting ready to buy, finding the right home, making an offer, choosing a mortgage, and more.
Guide to Credit
Guide to Credit (2.41 MB) PDF 12 pgs Learn why a good credit score can save you money and find helpful tips on how to improve your credit rating.
Guide to Smart Borrowing
Guide to Smart Borrowing (2.24 MB) PDF 17 pgs The LendingTree Guide to Smart Borrowing will help you get (or stay) on the path to financial freedom. Becoming a smarter borrower is a life-long journey, and it's never too early or too late to start.