Category Archives: Mortgages

Foreign homebuyers packing up

The U.S. has been an attractive place for buyers from other countries, but demand is waning. Continue reading →

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Hot market leaves renters cold

As housing demand surges, many renters have been priced out of the rental market. Continue reading →

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Distressed homes selling fast

Investors are buying bank-owned and foreclosed homes before prices rise further. Continue reading →

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Builders optimistic for 2014

Confidence in new, single-family home construction is high heading into next year. Continue reading →

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They’re baaaack: Subprime loans

Will a new name be enough to rebrand these toxic mortgage loans for investors? Continue reading →

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Is 4 percent a normal rate?

Buyers are used to low rates, but their perception of normality could be skewed. Continue reading →

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Home sales drop, but not prices

The housing market is cooling but one expert says prices won’t fall. Continue reading →

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Regulators keep pushing rates upward

Will tapering make mortgage rates spike as some had feared? Continue reading →

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FHA loans get smaller

If you plan to get an FHA mortgage next year you may have to settle for a smaller loan, depending on where you live. Continue reading →

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High costs of high-rise living

Before buying a condo, make sure you won’t carry the weight of delinquent owners. Continue reading →

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