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How Americans are using the HELOC to their advantage
June 21, 2018 in Mortgage News
Home equity topped $1 trillion in the U.S. last month, and American homeowners are certainly taking advantage of it. According to a new study, Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) are becoming especially popular – especially with Generation Xers and homeowners in the Midwest.
Dodd-Frank repeal: Why you don’t have to worry about it
May 24, 2018 in Mortgage News
Congress just approved a partial rollback of the Dodd-Frank mortgage reform law. But the part that affect borrowers — the collection of information to detect discrimination — won’t harm consumers who shop for mortgages online.
Mortgage rate shopping especially effective in these U.S. cities
May 15, 2018 in Mortgage News
Rate shopping can save home buyers immensely on their mortgage loans, but apparently it doesn’t stop there. According to a new analysis from LendingTree, rate shopping in certain markets can save even more.
Buying a house? New forecast says now’s the time to act
April 26, 2018 in Mortgage News
When it comes to buying a house, time is of the essence – at least according to Freddie Mac’s latest forecast. The GSE expects mortgage rates to jump nearly a half-percent by the end of 2019.
HELOCs poised to rise; tappable equity jumps for most homeowners
April 4, 2018 in Mortgage News
It looks like HELOCs are about to rise. According to a new survey, nearly half of all homeowners have a Home Equity Line of Credit on their radar, with 42 percent saying they’re somewhat, very or extremely likely to apply for one in the next 18 months.
Home buying trends: Millennials are more conventional than you might think
March 9, 2018 in Mortgage News
Millennial home buyers seem to have pretty good credit. According to new home buying trends, not only are their credit scores rising, but they’re also qualifying for more conventional loans – products that are traditionally more difficult to get without stellar credit.
Becoming a homeowner? Here’s how much you’ll need to make in your city
March 7, 2018 in Mortgage News
How much money for a mortgage? Owning a home in one of the nation’s largest cities doesn’t have to come with equally large costs. In fact, in some American towns, a salary of only $20K is enough to afford a mortgage. Low-cost big cities Taking into account U.S. Census data, property taxes, current interest rates, […]
Airbnb: Fannie Mae to allow home-sharing income on refinance applications
February 28, 2018 in Mortgage News
Are you renting out your property on Airbnb? Soon, you might be able to count that income on your refinance application.
Mortgage lender to offer fast-tracked application process, more accurate quotes
February 23, 2018 in Mortgage News
Want to buy a home but don’t want to deal with the time-consuming, tedious process? One new mortgage lender may have the solution for you.
Renovations named top reason for HELOCs – but many still don’t know what HELOCs do
February 15, 2018 in Mortgage News
Home renovations are the No. 1 reason homeowners take out HELOCS – or Home Equity Lines of Credit, but that doesn’t mean they’re popular by any means. In fact, according to a new survey, the majority of homeowners have never even heard of a HELOC – or the ways it can benefit their home and pocketbook.
Planning to buy a home in 2018? Most Americans think now is the time to act
February 13, 2018 in Mortgage News
If you’re looking to buy a home this year, you’ll likely want to act fast – at least that’s what an increasing number of Americans think. According to new data, the number of consumers who think now is a good time to buy is on the rise and likely won’t stay that way for long.
Millennials keep refinancing, flock to Wyoming
February 9, 2018 in Mortgage News
Inventory might be low, but that’s not stopping Millennials from upping their housing game. According to new data, Millennials are refinancing in droves month after month.
Housing affordability still high, despite increasing home prices
February 1, 2018 in Mortgage News
Despite rising home prices, American housing is actually quite affordable. According to new data, today’s home buyers actually have “historically high levels of house-purchasing power.”
You don’t have to pay your back taxes to get a mortgage
January 30, 2018 in About Mortgages Conforming Mortgages Mortgage News Mortgage Products Tax Law For Mortgages
Can you get a mortgage if you owe back taxes? Fannie Mae says you can, if you follow these tips.
Mortgage applications rise, indicate strong 2018 ahead
January 24, 2018 in Mortgage News
It looks like 2018 is going to be another good year for housing. According to new data, mortgage applications were up the first week of the year, and last month, they jumped nearly 8 percent. Does that mean more competition’s on the horizon?
The Shutdown and your government mortgage: How it will affect FHA, VA and USDA loans
January 22, 2018 in FHA Home Buying FHA Refinance Mortgage News USDA Loans VA Loans VA Refinance
The government shutdown might impact your government mortgage — VA, FHA and USDA loan programs are all backed by the government and will be affected to some degree.
More homeowners refinance as tax reform looms overhead
January 21, 2018 in Mortgage News
Homeowners are refinancing in droves. According to new data, refinances accounted for 40 percent of all closed loans in December, and on just conventional loans, the refinance share was nearly half.
2018 conforming loan limits jump by nearly $30,000 [INFOGRAPHIC]
January 18, 2018 in Mortgage News
2018 conforming loan limits are higher by nearly 7% compared to last year. How this will help applicants who were considering a jumbo loan.
2018 To Be A Breakout Year For FHA Buyers
January 17, 2018 in Mortgage News
Home buyers love the FHA loan’s mortgage rates and small downpayment requirement. This year, FHA is loosening guidelines even more to prompt homeownership.
Could the new tax plan benefit home buyers? One report says yes
January 4, 2018 in Mortgage News
It seems the recently passed tax legislation may have some hidden benefits for this year’s home buyers. According to a new report, the changes could slow home price growth by as much as 4 percent.
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