Where it takes $185K to get a loan
If you live in one of the most expensive metro areas of the U.S., you'll need a six-figure income if you want to buy a home.
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Higher debt, fewer delinquencies
Mortgage debt is driving an increase in total household obligations, but more are paying on time.
Mortgage rates quiet; home prices up
Mortgage rates started the week quietly, which is good news for borrowers. But not the same can be said about home prices.
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Homeownership losing steam
The rate of homeownership in the U.S. is at a 19-year low.
Hottest remodeling projects
The projects that deliver the most value for the money are not what you'd think.
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Borrowers dodge jobs report bullet
Mortgage rates didn't move after investors realized that the jobless rate plunged because the workforce shrank.
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Budding spring housing market
Buyers are starting to emerge, but home sales this year could still lag last year.
The elusive luxury home
High-end buyers are having a hard time finding the home of their dreams.
Slow thaw in housing
March housing numbers reflect problems with costs, supply and demand.
His perfect FICO score obsession
Have you ever wondered what it takes to get an 850 credit score? Here is how one man did it.
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