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Home prices rise at slower pace

U.S. home prices increased in 2013, but two new reports indicate the market has cooled. 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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Privatize Fannie and Freddie?

Investors are sniffing around the two mortgage companies, but the effect on rates is unclear. Continue reading

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Delinquent borrowers persist in the American dream

Homeowners who are behind on their mortgage payments have become more optimistic about homeownership. Continue reading

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Obama reveals housing plan

President Barack Obama outlined a plan to overhaul the U.S. housing finance system and help refinancers and homebuyers. Continue reading

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Why you need Fannie and Freddie

Mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac backed 4 in every 5 mortgage loans originated last year. Continue reading

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What will Watt do?

The new head of Fannie and Freddie is mum on his plans. Continue reading

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Loan mods with no paperwork

Will hassle-free loan modifications finally help some borrowers? Continue reading

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Future of Fannie and Freddie

The government takes further steps to exit the mortgage business. Continue reading

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Did taxpayers lose in Libor scam?

Who’s the latest loser in one of the largest banking scams in history? Fannie, Freddie and you. Continue reading

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