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Monthly Mortgage Credit Availability Rose Only Slightly in August
The uptick was driven by an increased number of mortgage loan programs, economist says.
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How to Buy a Foreclosed Home
Buyers and investors hit hard by a challenging housing market are increasingly looking to foreclosed homes as an option. Here's how to get started.
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Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers
Here are the best cities for first-time homebuyers, according to a new study from Smart Asset. Texas nabs 5 spots.
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What Is Redlining?
Redlining is a type of mortgage discrimination in which lenders deny loans based on a neighborhood's racial composition.
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Mortgage Rates Jump to Highest Mark in More Than 21 Years
Latest mortgage rates data shows a tough landscape for prospective homebuyers – and sellers.
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Mortgage Payments Spike Nearly 20% From a Year Ago
High interest rates and expensive home prices are hurting potential homebuyers, as mortgage payments jump from a year ago. Payments are up almost 20% from last year.
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HUD Investigates HSBC's U.S. Unit Over Redlining Allegations
Action prompted by a non-profit’s complaint to the agency involving six metro areas.
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The Magic Mortgage Rate Number to Tip the Housing Market
A new survey from Zillow found the “mortgage rate tipping point” at which homeowners are likely to sell their homes. Hint: It's above 5%.
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Mortgage Nightmare: Firm Made $2.3B in Illegal Home Payments, Affecting 500K Customers
The CFPB fined ACI millions of dollars for harming mortgage customers during a failed payments test.
