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US Construction Spending on a Record Rise Despite Sluggish Economy
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U.S construction data shows an unusual rise in spending despite the overall slowdown in the economy. Construction spending surged to an annual rate
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Real Estate Industry to Experience Economic Growth Beyond 2017
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Economic growth felt by multiple industries in the U.S. continue to bring about nationwide economic expansion. This expansion is expected to go on
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Rise in Mortgage Applications with Higher Purchase Volume
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For the third consecutive week, there has been a rise in mortgage applications due to the increase in purchase volume. Peak levels were reached in
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Refinance Potential May Help Mortgage Market in 2014
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According to the market analysis performed by Freddie Mac's economists, the expectations for the housing sector, at the beginning of 2014, were not met by reality. The estimates had been positive
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Top 3 Million Mortgages Refinanced through HARP
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It was last November that the 3-million milestone was reached in the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP). The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) registered a total of almost 40,000
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Drop in Purchase Applications VS refinance apps
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The evolution of the Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA) Market Composite Index is the measure that serves to determine mortgage application activity. Figures indicate that there was a 14% increase
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Housing Market Projects Are Looking Brighter for the Spring
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Unemployment, the high cost of just about everything and bills piling up to the sky..We have been facing all these problems for awhile now. The unstable economy has been affecting all financial
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Obamas and Bidens Diverging in Home Loan Refinancing
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Despite encouraging homeowners to refinance their home loans to lower interest rates, President
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The Rise in the Trend of Refinancing through Home Equity Cash-Out
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Cash-out refinancing is gaining popularity nowadays. With mortgage rates remaining low despite
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The bad credit obstacle to cash-out refinancing
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Question: I did not pay one mortgage rate on time, and the lender informed me that I’d have to
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Toll Brothers Revenue Grows, As More Units Are Sold
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Toll Brothers Inc., a home building company based in Horsham Pennsylvania, announced a 29 percent increase in its quarterly revenue due to the sale
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Housing Market Projects Are Looking Brighter for the Spring
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Unemployment, the high cost of just about everything and bills piling up to the sky..We have been facing all these problems for awhile now. The
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US Construction Spending on a Record Rise Despite Sluggish Economy
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U.S construction data shows an unusual rise in spending despite the overall slowdown in the economy. Construction spending surged to an annual rate
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Varying Views of Economists on Falling Oil Prices for Home Construction
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Falling oil prices on housing has been one of the most controversial topics for economists. They view such idea from different perspectives. Some
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Why is credit score important?
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Why can some people get a loan easily and others don't? This is a big question given the fact that lots of people are rejected or sold loans on very
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Checking the Backyard of Your Finances – Too Many Credit Cards?
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Your credit report spills out “secrets” you may have forgotten about, long ago. It could be an unpleasant surprise to discover a large number of
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Fannie-Freddie Multifamily Mortgage Model
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After the U.S. housing crash, the apartment-lending units of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae (FNMA) were among the few money making sources for these
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Gradual Climb of U.S. Home Prices
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The U.S. housing market appears persistent in advancing gradually. The growth rate of home prices in 20 cities showed a slow increase in the 12
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Modifications in mortgage interest deductions to stimulate homeownership!
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Industries that employ middle-class workers promote homeownership thanks to the mortgage interest tax deduction. There is also broad public support
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Credit Card Debt Consolidation – The Basics
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Loan Requirements for Credit Card Consolidation A few basic concepts and aspects need to be clear before you attempt consolidation for credit card
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Buying a house that is NOT for SALE!
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Unsolicited offers on your home: how would you respond to that? Buying your dream house may not be piece of cake at all, particularly when you're
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Disaster Areas – Home Loans and Appraisals
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Question: What are the documentation requirements after the appraisal is completed for a subject property situated in a disaster
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The best way to consolidate debt
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People often struggle to get in control of their debt, and debt consolidation often appears like the right path to take. One monthly payment and all
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Credit Card Debt Consolidation – The Basics
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Loan Requirements for Credit Card Consolidation A few basic concepts and aspects need to be clear before you attempt consolidation for credit card
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How to Consolidate Credit Card Debt?
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1. Credit report verification Did you know that errors may appear in credit reports? It is important that you take time to review your credit
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