Goldman Sachs takes aim at Senate report
Goldman Sachs is preparing to fire back at the Senate subcommittee that drew attention to the firm's gross profits from subprime speculation.
Monday, June 6th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Mortgages face tough competition from home buyers paying cash
Plummeting home values are attracting cash buyers who outcompete mortgages with lower offers ...
Thursday, April 14th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Ryan budget plan relies on discredited supply side economics
The Bush tax cuts were the last foray into supply side economics, which led to wage deflation, job stagnation and astronomical deficits.
Friday, April 8th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Rise in national vacancy rate not worth panicking over
Many statistics concerning the real estate market get reported, but the national vacancy rate is not the harbinger of doom some think it is.
Monday, March 28th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Analysis: New data on pending home sales and consumer spending
Consumer spending is being canceled out by inflation, and real estate experts believe the housing market has finally bottomed out.
Monday, March 28th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
30-year fixed-rate mortgage tied to demise of Fannie and Freddie
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, which only exists because of mortgage insurers Fannie and Freddie, is likely to disappear along with them.
Thursday, March 10th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Million-dollar home sales increase as prices continue to slide
Wealthy Americans are taking advantage of depressed prices and low mortgage rates on large loans while the housing market continues to decline.
Monday, March 7th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Administration outlines future for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
The Obama administration has released a proposal for dealing with Frannie and Freddie and getting the government out of the mortgage business.
Friday, February 11th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
December new home sales improve to second-worst month ever
Americans should take the latest news of a "surge" in December new home sales with grain of salt; December followed the worst month on record.
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Housing market: Most in U.S. think now is the time to buy a home
It's a buyer's market, but home sales in the United States continue to suffer as potential home buyers wait for prices to hit rock bottom.
Thursday, January 20th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Home prices in October beat forecast, dipping lower than expected
A double dip in the housing market is imminent, analysts say, as home prices continue to fall and dropped further than expected in October.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Decline in underwater mortgages credited to surge in foreclosures
The number of underwater mortgages held declined as foreclosures increased; negative equity is expected to grow as home prices keep sliding.
Monday, December 13th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
Mortgage interest deduction in deficit commission crosshairs
Americans may no longer be entitled to a mortgage tax deduction if the deficit commission gets its way. The tax break will likely be reduced, at least.
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Revised U.S. GDP barely exceeds low third quarter expectations
The U.S. GDP, driven by consumer spending, was higher in the third quarter than expected, but that did little to lower the unemployment rate.
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
U.S. home ownership rates falling as foreclosure crisis deepens
U.S. home ownership rates have fallen to the lowest level in a decade, and millions of Americans are expected to lose their homes in 2011...
Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Experts: Foreclosure moratorium will harm weak housing market
Government officials and housing industry experts agree a foreclosure moratorium will only further weaken the housing market, not help it...
Wednesday, October 13th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Growing foreclosure scandal raises call for nationwide moratorium
The illegal foreclosure scandal is spreading to more states across the U.S. and Congress is calling for a Justice Department investigation.
Wednesday, October 6th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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