Can Regular People Still Buy A Home?
The answer to that question is yes…but. After the housing bubble of 2008, housing prices plummeted, especially in certain overheated markets (i.e. Las Vegas, Miami, etc.).
Should You Prepay Your Mortgage?
What are some of the factors that can influence whether or not you should prepay your mortgage?
Avoiding Mortgage Modification Scams
To help the consumer fight against mortgage modification scams, SIGTARP, CFPB, and the Treasury have formed a joint task force.
Have You Reviewed Your Credit Report in 2012?
Every individual is entitled to receive a free copy of his credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus each year.
Are You Covered Under the Mortgage Settlement?
The mortgage settlement seeks to help those affected by the mortgage and foreclosure crisis.
Are You In Danger of Overspending On Your Next House?
To avoid overspending on your next house, consider your budget and goals and then work backwards to determine how much house you can buy.
Lend Me the Money, Please – Today’s Mortgage Loan Approval Process
After you have made an offer on a home, the next is to go through the mortgage loan approval process.
The Pre-Approval Process: Getting “Preapproved” to Buy a House
The pre-approval process should be the first step you take when you begin to consider buying a new home.
What is Private Mortgage Insurance?
Private mortgage insurance is an insurance policy that home buyers are required to purchase in certain cases when getting a mortgage.
Home Builder Confidence Increases in January
Despite the increase, home builder confidence is low by historical measures.
A Construction Loan Can Help Finance the Construction of Your Dream Home
The minimum amount of money that a homeowner will need to put down in order to obtain a construction loan usually ranges from 20 to 25 percent.
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Thousands of Mortgage Relief Checks Bounce
Part of the resolution to the mortgage meltdown was a government mandated mortgage relief program.
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States With the Lowest Property Taxes
Property taxes are the number one source of revenue for local governments and school districts, but not for states.
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Fannie Mae Posts Record Profits for 2012
Now, as the housing market is continuing to rise, Fannie Mae is recouping those losses: to the tune of $17.2 Billion in profits for 2012.
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When Is It Time to Fire Your Realtor?
If your realtor has no plans for future marketing efforts, it's time to fire your realtor and get one that will be more active to getting your home sold.
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5 Keys to Finding a Good Realtor
Before you decide to contact the nearest licensed Realtor, first take a little time to find one that you know will really work to sell your home.
Read MoreHow Does the VA Mortgage Loan Program Work?
The VA mortgage loan program provides veterans, along with spouses and children of deceased veterans, with excellent benefits that help them purchase a home.
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