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Mortgages: When a Good Interest Rate Doesn't Matter

Consumers shopping for a mortgage tend to be focused on one underlying goal: The lowest possible interest rate. Many have …

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5 Reasons to Refinance Now

Taking advantage of today’s mortgage rates is certainly something to consider. Even if you took out a mortgage as recently …

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The Mortgage Rule Battle on Capitol Hill

There has been a lot of change in mortgage rules in the last few years, many of which were designed …

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Consumers Keep Buying Even as Home Prices Rise

The housing recovery has been ongoing for some time now, and this was once again reflected in February, as consumers …

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Hooray: Consumers Have Equity in Their Homes Again

The housing market’s massive downturn several years ago took a significant toll on homeowners nationwide, and some are only now …

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Homes Getting More Expensive, More Consumers Buying

Though the national housing market has seen prices improve dramatically in the last year or more, consumers still seem more …

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The Biggest Mistake Consumers Make When Taking Out a Home Loan

Despite the technical rigors of qualifying for a loan today, there is something more ominous lurking in all mortgage applications …

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The Quick Formula to Determine Your House Payment

As you shop for a house and consider taking out a mortgage, determining your house payment can no doubt be …

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The First Thing to do Before Buying a Home

Home prices in most parts of the country are just about as affordable as they are likely to get, and …

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19 Confusing Mortgage Terms Deciphered

If you have ever tried to get or refinance a mortgage, you may have felt like you were in a …

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