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Mortgage Loans Impacted by New Financial Reforms

There may be some new financial reforms on the horizon. What will those reforms mean for home buyers?

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Avoid These Credit Score Traps When Planning a Home Purchase

Are you making these mistakes when trying to improve your credit score? You could be actually doing more harm than good!

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Trying to find the best city to raise your family? Forbes Magazine has a list of ideas to help you out!

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Tips for Determining Your Offer Price

Does coming up with a purchase offer for a home seem overwhelming? If so, use the following tips to arrive at a decent price.

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Neighborhoods for Walkers Carry Higher Prices

Does the "walkability" of a neighborhood make you want to live there more?

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FHA Mortgages are Great Deals Right Now

If you have been considering a mortgage right now but cannot afford it, have you considered an FHA mortgage? These mortgages are more popular than ever and it may be the perfect option for you.

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April Home Sales Increased Due to Tax Breaks

Despite fears that the housing market is still doing horribly, there are some highlights in the recent months.

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30-Year Mortgage Rates Fall to 2010 Lows

Average 30-year mortgage rates dropped for the seventh week in a row to 4.85% according to BestCashCow/Informa data. That's down from the high of 5.20% in early April. Homebuyers and homeowners looking to refinance can thank the... Read →

Pros and Cons of a 15 Year Mortgage

Many people are opting for 15-year mortgage these days because of the benefits that they offer. Here are some of the advantages you can reap from choosing this shorter mortgage term.

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Are More Homeowners Walking Away?

We all know that homeowners have been walking away from their mortgages and homes in recent years, but are those numbers increasing or decreasing?

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New Law in Maryland Provides Homeowner Protection

With foreclosures and delinquencies on the rise in one Maryland county, state officials are trying to do something about the problem while helping homeowners keep their homes. Will it work?

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Three Strategies for Distressed Homeowners

Many homeowners are finding themselves in financial trouble these days. Here are some of the strategies they are utilizing when they can no longer make the payments on their mortgages.

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Mortgage Rates Drop Again - Average 30-Year Below 5%

Average 30-year mortgage rates dropped below 5% for th first time since March. Fears of rates spiking once the Fed ended its mortgage programs seem to be largely unfounded. Much thanks for the drop in rates has to go to Europe.

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Four Things to Know Before Buying a Home

When buying your next home, you might be overwhelmed by the decisions you have to make. Here are four questions to ask yourself when buying your home so you can be better prepared and make a more informed decision.

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Some Facts and Numbers about the Recent Housing Industry

Is the housing market getting better or worse? Here are some recent numbers in the industry that show how it is doing.

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Featured - 30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rates 2024

Lender APR Rate (%) Points Fees Monthly
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Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, Inc.
NMLS ID: 1025894
6.863% 6.750% 1.00 $3,705 $2,076 Learn More
Advantage Lending
NMLS ID: 2592312
License#: RM.805266.000
6.879% 6.750% 1.00 $4,432 $2,076 Learn More
Rocket Mortgage
NMLS ID: 3030
7.325% 7.250% 0.75 $2,400 $2,183 Learn More
Veterans United Home Loans
NMLS ID: 1907
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