Category Archives: Mortgages

More homeowners above water

Posted on April 17, 2014 by

Rising prices are driving homeowners into positive equity, but it could be a long road. Continue reading →

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Bid for a home with $1,000

Posted on April 15, 2014 by

Detroit is auctioning off vacant homes for a song, but winning bidders should be prepared for sweat equity. Continue reading →

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Buyers hot for fireplaces

Posted on April 11, 2014 by

Depending on the design and location, fireplaces can add big bucks to the price of a home. Continue reading →

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Foreclosures down to 2007 levels

Posted on April 11, 2014 by

Florida remains the state with the highest foreclosure activity, but it’s declining. Continue reading →

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Win free stuff to stage your house

Posted on April 10, 2014 by

Spruce up your house with $1,000 in Pottery Barn gift cards. Download the Bankrate Mortgage App in iTunes or Google Play for a chance to win. Continue reading →

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Best place to own a rental?

Posted on April 9, 2014 by

Investors are being priced out of some markets when they compare cost with potential yield. Continue reading →

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Buy with a smaller down payment

Posted on April 8, 2014 by

It is possible to obtain a mortgage with less money down, but only if you qualify. Continue reading →

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Jobs report not bad for mortgage rates

Posted on April 4, 2014 by

Job growth has been steady but not impressive. Could that mean lower mortgage rates? Continue reading →

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Pending home sales drop

Posted on March 27, 2014 by

Two of the four regions saw gains, but nationwide, pending sales are below 2013. Continue reading →

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Home prices edge higher

Posted on March 26, 2014 by

Single-family home prices beat analyst expectations in January. Continue reading →

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