Category Archives: Mortgages
Home prices take flight
In nearly every state, home prices soared from a year ago. Continue reading
Housing recovery’s bumpy ride
Homeownership continues to decline, even as the housing market improves. Continue reading
Jobs report kills hope of lower rates
Today’s jobs report for June has crushed hopes of lower mortgage rates and could actually make rates climb higher. Continue reading
Homes go to the highest bidder
High demand and low inventory is bringing back bidding wars. Continue reading
Mortgage debt varies by region
U.S. consumers have differing views about mortgage debt on a regional level. Continue reading
Home prices, mortgage rates soar
Is this what a hot housing market is supposed to look like? Continue reading
Rates spike again after short reprieve
Mortgage rates are on the rise again. Not happy? Blame Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke. Continue reading
Reverse mortgages under review
The FHA is attempting to recoup losses with stricter standards for its reverse mortgage program. Continue reading
Happy days again for builders
The latest monthly survey shows builder confidence is soaring. Continue reading
McMansion makes a comeback
“Bigger is better” seems to be the attitude of homebuyers and builders. Continue reading