Home buying has earned a bad rap in recent years: The subprime mortgage crisis and ensuing economic meltdown left many homeowners underwater, unable to pay their mortgage, and even facing foreclosure. Homeownership rates fell throughout the recession, and are currently around 66 percent, compared with almost 70 percent in 2004, according to the Census Bureau.
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10 Reasons to Buy Instead of Rent
Posted by mortgage 29 days ago (Editorial)
Few Reasons To Choose A Mortgage Broker/Company:
Posted by mortgage 58 days ago (Editorial)
25 March 2012 - Mortgage brokers not only help you apply for the best mortgage to purchase a house, but they also help in refinancing debt, buying a second home, obtaining a lower interest on your mortgage. Some even help in consolidating debt.
3 Reasons Dodd-Frank Is Doomed
Posted by mortgage 92 days ago (Editorial)
Despite the recovery, the Wall Street banks remained unchastened even in the face of new legislation.
First Person: 5 Reasons I Chose a 15-Year Mortgage
Posted by mortgage 195 days ago (Editorial)
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Personal Finance Daily: 5 reasons it?s tough to get lowest mortgage rates
Posted by mortgage 204 days ago (Editorial)
If you?ve been wondering why your mortgage lender won?t offer you the record low interest rates you keep hearing about, we?ve got five reasons for you. Read that story and more in today?s Personal Finance Daily.
There Are Two Big Reasons Why Goldman Sachs Just Got Sued For Fraud Again
Posted by mortgage 260 days ago (Editorial)
The FHFA's massive bank lawsuit extravaganza is a reminder of the horrific behavior that took place inside the subprime mortgage machine: fraud. This is the second time a government agency has accused Goldman of fraud. It's a big deal.
Three Reasons Low Mortgage Rates Are Key
Posted by mortgage 287 days ago (Editorial)
Before purchasing a home, consider these factors that could cost you more in the long run.
7 reasons why you should refinance
Posted by mortgage 293 days ago (Editorial)
A refinance can make sense for many reasons, from getting a lower rate to consolidating debt.
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