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Home prices take flight

In nearly every state, home prices soared from a year ago.
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Housing recovery’s bumpy ride

Homeownership continues to decline, even as the housing market improves.
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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.
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Homes go to the highest bidder

High demand and low inventory is bringing back bidding wars.
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Mortgage debt varies by region

U.S. consumers have differing views about mortgage debt on a regional level.
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Home prices, mortgage rates soar

Is this what a hot housing market is supposed to look like?
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Rates spike again after short reprieve

Mortgage rates are on the rise again. Not happy? Blame Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke.
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Reverse mortgages under review

The FHA is attempting to recoup losses with stricter standards for its reverse mortgage program.
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Happy days again for builders

The latest monthly survey shows builder confidence is soaring.
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McMansion makes a comeback

"Bigger is better" seems to be the attitude of homebuyers and builders.
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