Should I Get a Fixed-Rate or an Adjustable Rate Mortgage?
Most people rely on financing from a mortgage lender. And with a mortgage loan comes the next biggest question – a fixed-rate or an adjustable rate?
Tips For Negotiating an Offer On a House In a Seller’s Market
It’s a good sign for the economy, but quite the challenge for buyers negotiating an offer on a house.
Mortgage Applications Surge In January
Despite an increase in mortgage rates, mortgage applications increased 10 percent in the week ending January 4 according to a weekly survey by the MBA.
New Home Sales Gather Steam
the latest release from the Commerce Department reported that sales of new homes climbed 4.4 percent in November to a seasonally adjusted number of 377,000-unit annual rate.
Jobless Claims at Lowest Level in the Last 56 Months
The number of individuals filing jobless claims last week fell to a 4 ½ year low, according to the Labor Department.
Home Prices Increase Again in October
The S&P Case/Shiller Index shows that home prices increased by 0.7% in October, a gain that was larger than analyst expectations.
Allison Janney Has Multi-Million Dollar Palm Springs Home Foreclosed
This very thing has happened to The West Wing star Allison Janney and a house she bought with long-time friend, and fellow actor, Gregg Rapp.
Home Prices Continue Five Month Increase
According to the report, home prices increased by 0.9 percent in August compared to July 2012.
The Basics of the 30 Year Mortgage
In a day when the economy is rather unstable, a fixed rate 30 year mortgage is probably your best deal.
What to Do If You Discover You Have Forced Place Insurance
The insurance your mortgage lender has the right to obtain is referred to as “forced place” insurance and often the cost of this insurance is significantly more than what it...
Housing affordability Increases Across the US
The increase in housing affordability means that more homes are selling on the market as new homeowners are drawn to the market
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