US 30-year mortgage rate falls to record 3.78 percent
The average U.S. rate for the 30-year fixed mortgage fell to a record low for a fourth straight week. Great news! read more
Homefix: You cannot sell a house with uneven stairs
The height of each step is extremely important in preventing tripping and falling. Read this article if you suspect… read more
FHA to hike premiums on mortgages
In an effort to bolster its capital reserves, the F.H.A. is planning to hike insurance premiums it charges borrowers. http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/money_realestate/~3/Vli5joaX_4k/index.htm
Why the settlement is a fair deal
Shaun Donovan, the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development gives his opinion: http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/money_realestate/~3/8tUIf3RbsS8/index.htm
Underwater owners get promise of help
If you have a mortgage bigger than your home’s value, you may soon be able to refinance at a lower rate. http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/money_realestate/~3/T9DA996jSQg/index.htm
Republican Senator gives up dream home in short sale
Utah Republican Sen. Mike Lee has experienced the housing bust first-hand after short selling his dream home. http://www.mercurynews.com/real-estate/ci_20662514/republican-senator-gives-up-dream-home-short-sale?source=rss
Court approves $26 billion foreclosure settlement
A federal judge approved the $26 billion settlement deal reached between the nation’s five largest mortgage lenders. http://rss.cnn.com/~r/rss/money_realestate/~3/cm6QffxSB3g/index.htm
Rising rents, healthier job market help market for new homes
It’s been a long time since the market for new homes has looked this good- with rising rents and a healthier job mar… http://www.mercurynews.com/real-estate/ci_20416459/new-home-construction-pick-up-soon-report-suggests?source=rss
