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September 29, 2016
Freddie Mac reports falling mortgage rates to 10-week-low levels. Home buyers and refinancing households enjoy extended period of low rates.
September 29, 2016
For the 28th straight month, the Pending Home Sales Index bested its benchmark reading of 100. It's no wonder home prices continue to rise nationwide.
September 29, 2016
Current mortgage rates and mortgage market movement. Today's mortgage rates and mortgage news. Live rate quotes available. News and data provided by MBSQuoteline, a real-time mortgage market data service available to loan officers, real estate agents, and other finance professionals.
September 29, 2016
Refinance applicants can reduce their costs by avoiding mistakes during the application process. This is the best way to refinance.
September 29, 2016
The Department of Veterans Affairs lets non-VA homeowners to refinance into VA loans. Read more and get access to today's VA mortgage rates.
September 29, 2016
Get access to today's ultra-low rates, no matter which type of loan you are refinancing. Even HARP-ineligible homeowners could use a standard FHA refinance.
September 28, 2016
Is a better to buy a condo or a single-family, detached home? Recently, condos have held value better. Analysis of the condo market, plus live condo mortgage rates.
September 28, 2016
What minimum credit score do you need for a mortgage? The answer is 500 but not everyone will qualify. What to do when your FICO is lower than you hoped.
September 28, 2016
A surprising look at how the government-recommended method of mortgage rate shopping is fundamentally flawed.
September 27, 2016
Get your offer noticed and accepted, even when going up against a cash home buyer.
September 27, 2016
Case-Shiller Index reports home values up more than 36% since 2012. Renters want to become buyers, driving up home prices by more than 10% in some cities.
September 27, 2016
Mortgage lenders are giving their lowest rates to buyers showing certain documentation. See what you'll need, and get access to complimentary mortgage rate quotes.
September 27, 2016
The FHA mortgage program doesn't require first-time home buyers to have credit history -- or even a credit score -- in order to get mortgage-approved.
September 26, 2016
A step-by-step, non-biased walkthrough of today's home buying process. Read more, plus get access to today's live mortgage rates which are currently near their lowest of all-time.
September 26, 2016
A change in the way credit card debt is calculated makes it easier for to get mortgage-qualified. Read more about the change and see today's live mortgage rates.
September 26, 2016
Homeowners can't call the landlord when something needs fixing; and learning to make the basic fixes can help you be a better homeowner.
September 25, 2016
Finding out how much house you can qualify for is the first step. It could be even more important to determine your mortgage payment comfort level.
September 24, 2016
As demand surges, U.S. builders are trying to keep up. Prices are on the rise, but mortgage rates low. Is it time to start your home search in earnest?
September 24, 2016
Lenders do not require couples to be on the mortgage together. A spouse with lower credit can be removed from the application to help the other qualify.
September 24, 2016
Making a major purchase can affect your mortgage qualification status. But there are a few smart ways to make big purchases while buying a home.
Most Popular Posts
October 8, 2015
U.S. homeowners are eligible for tax credits and tax deductions from the IRS. Maximize your tax return claims. Complimentary mortgage rate quotes available. Updated for 2015.
July 19, 2016
Credit score requirements are dropping for the FHA mortgage. Analysis and effect on U.S. home buyers, plus today's live FHA mortgage rates.
January 19, 2016
About the Fannie Mae HomePath Mortgage program plus details for getting approved. Read more about HomePath. Get today's live mortgage rates.
March 11, 2016
The waiting period before you can make a mortgage application after a "significant derogatory event" has been cut by half. Get more on Fannie Mae's update.
March 11, 2016
The waiting period before you can make a mortgage application after a "significant derogatory event" has been cut by half. Get more on Fannie Mae's update.
February 1, 2016
Experts said mortgage rates would over 4.5% by now. They're not. They're in the 3s. What will happen in February, though? Is now the time to lock?
July 31, 2016
Step-by-step instructions for accepting a cash downpayment gift on a home, including a ready-to-use gift letter template.
January 26, 2015
For the first time in more than a decade, the FHA has lowered its mortgage insurance premiums (MIP). Complete analysis and review, plus a complimentary FHA rate quote.
November 9, 2015
You'll need a good FICO to access today's best mortgage rates. How to shop for a loan and get your credit pulled without lowering your overall credit score.
April 8, 2015
Fannie Mae's Conventional 97 mortgage program is official. Just 3% down and ultra-low mortgage insurance rates. Easy-to-follow guidelines.
September 9, 2016
Another low-downpayment option is available to today's home buyers. The 97% LTV program can be used to refinance, too. Q&A plus access to live rate quotes.
August 27, 2016
About the bi-weekly mortgage payment program, and whether it's an effective way to own your home faster. Analysis, plus today's live mortgage rates.
August 23, 2016
Learn how to calculate your loan-to-value (LTV) and see what mortgage programs may be available to you. Mortgage rates available, too.
December 13, 2015
Defining "residual income" for VA borrowers, and listing requirements by state and by size of your family. Analysis, plus live VA rate quotes which are typically 25 basis points (0.25%) or more below comparable conventional rates.
May 26, 2016
It's easier than ever to get a mortgage loan approved, but certain behaviors can ruin your loan-in-process. A detailed list, plus access to today's rates.
July 31, 2016
Mortgage borrowers make the same common mistakes which increase their mortgage closing costs. How to make better choices for your purchase or refinance home loan.
August 4, 2016
About the USDA Rural Housing Program (Section 502), including household income limits for 2015. Lookup table by county, plus mortgage rates.
September 7, 2016
Details on mortgage discount points. How they work and what they cost. Compare today's discount points and get today's live mortgage rates.
July 20, 2016
You don't need to make a 20% downpayment to purchase a home. Review popular low- and no-downpayment mortgage programs and get a complimentary mortgage rate quote.
September 26, 2016
A step-by-step, non-biased walkthrough of today's home buying process. Read more, plus get access to today's live mortgage rates which are currently near their lowest of all-time.
March 5, 2014
You don't need a 20% downpayment to buy a home. Mortgage guidelines are loosening and mortgage rates are low. Read more and get today's rates.
