Mortgages
Renting smart in a landlord market
More people are trying to rent and available rentals are down. Landlords have the upper hand. A renter has to be savvy to get a good deal.
Tuesday, July 5th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
CFPB to make simpler mortgage disclosure forms a priority
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau reportedly will place high priority upon simplifying mortgage disclosure forms for homebuyers.
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Consumers opting to pay credit cards over mortgages
Underwater mortgages have encouraged consumers to pay credit cards instead, according to a recent study by the TransUnion credit bureau.
Thursday, April 7th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Where Is The Best Place To Get Payday Loans Online and Why?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?
Mortgage rates rise despite crippled demand for housing
Mortgage interest rates are steadily climbing away from the near record lows that were recently observed, but home sales are staying low.
Thursday, March 24th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Bridge Loan basics: Financing short-term obligations
A bridge loan is used most often to fill the gap of financing between purchasing houses, but people are finding other ways to use them now.
Friday, March 18th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Applications for mortgage modifications spike with low rates
Mortgage applications have risen recently, though the spike was due to low interest rates spurring interest in mortgage modifications.
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Why Borrow Money On Installments To Keep From Defaulting On Bills And Ruining Your Credit?
Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.
Americans losing faith in mortgage loans and real estate
Fewer people in the United States believe that real estate and homeownership are still the good investments they were once believed to be.
Monday, February 28th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Mortgage modification programs under fire from Republicans
Federal mortgage modification programs are coming under fire for not working. Congressional Republicans want to cut them and save $38 billion.
Friday, February 25th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Housing prices decline, but home sales are rising
The number of home sales rose during January, but home values have been falling for some time. The low prices likely contributed to sales.
Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
How To Use Short Term Loans To Save Your Budget
There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.
Mortgage delinquencies decline, but foreclosures rise
The real estate industry has some reason to celebrate, as mortgage delinquencies have declined. However, foreclosures are still rising.
Thursday, February 17th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
The adjustable rate mortgage is staging a comeback
The adjustable rate mortgage was labeled a cause of the real estate crash and recession. An ARM isn't evil, and ARMs are starting to return.
Monday, February 14th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Falling home values put record number of mortgages under water
As home prices have continually fallen during the recession, it is estimated that 27 percent of homeowners are under water on their mortgages.
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Personal Loans Online Do Not Requre Credit Checks Or Collateral Deposits
Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.
Possible end in sight for mortgage giants Fannie and Freddie
The Treasury Department will make some proposals soon about what to do with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, including letting them go under.
Wednesday, February 9th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Fannie and Freddie raising mortgage loan lenders risk fees
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are raising risk fees for mortgage loan lenders, making it that much harder for Americans to purchase homes.
Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Bailout official labels mortgage modification program a failure
Neil Barofsky, the man in charge of overseeing the bailout programs, recently labeled the mortgage modification program complete failure.
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Why Using a Cash Advance For a Spending Spree Is a Very Bad Idea!
Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.
Buy real estate and other things for dirt cheap through GovSales
If a person is looking for serious discounts on real estate, they could look at GovSales, an auction site for surplus government property.
Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Mortgage rates mean low interest loans for qualified buyers
Mortgage rates are near all time lows, so people who qualify can get low interest loans for a home -- but hopeful buyers must act quickly.
Thursday, January 6th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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