Programs & Education

Financial Literacy

TMBA's Financial Literacy Committee creates short, accessible educational content that helps consumers and professionals navigate homeownership and real estate finance.

TMBA offers a variety of educational programs and products to ensure that members and non-members alike are able to enhance their careers. In an industry that is ever changing, the ability to keep up to date on current issues and trends is of the utmost importance — TMBA is dedicated to keeping its members at the forefront of the real estate finance industry.

Mortgage Minute & Financial Literacy Library

Short videos designed to demystify mortgage finance for borrowers and the professionals who serve them.

  • Mortgage Minute

    Interest Rate vs APR

    Understand how interest rate and annual percentage rate differ — and why both matter when comparing loan options.

  • Mortgage Minute

    Learn About Basis Points

    A simple explanation of basis points and how small changes can impact the cost of a mortgage.

  • Mortgage Minute

    Downpayment Assistance

    Overview of downpayment assistance programs and how they can help first-time and underserved homebuyers.

  • Library

    Financial Literacy Overview

    A high-level overview of TMBA's financial literacy efforts and why this education matters.

  • Careers

    The Path to Working in the Real Estate Industry

    Insights and advice from industry members about building a career in real estate finance.

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