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Competition cooling off for homebuyers

As deep housing discounts disappear, buyers will see less competition from investors. Continue reading

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Invest in a mortgage REIT?

Investors searching for yield might consider mortgage REITs, but be aware of interest-rate and default risk. 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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Banks taking back fewer homes

The number of completed foreclosures declined in October as investors swooped in to buy.
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Home flippers are back

Instead of fueling a bubble, this time around, flippers are helping the housing market. Continue reading

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Investors heading for the exits

Rising home prices are driving investors to sell, and that’s good news for buyers. Continue reading

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Investors boosting the recovery

Investor activity and rental demand are playing big roles in the housing market. Continue reading

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Is subprime heating up again?

The mortgages that led to the recession are making a comeback. Continue reading

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Is subprime heating up again?

The mortgages that led to the recession are making a comeback. Continue reading

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Foreign investors bet on recovery

The U.S. housing market is looking attractive to large foreign firms. Continue reading

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