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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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A Possible Second Housing Bubble – an Unknown Risk Raising Concern
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A study released by TransUnion on Thursday shows that the fear of a second housing bubble is
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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
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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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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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Big Rise in Sales of US Existing Homes
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The home sales figures in May point to the biggest rise in four years for previously owned US homes. After a slow start at the beginning of the year,
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New Mortgage Type Available with DC Lender
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Whereas adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) have the advantage of low rates, fixed-rate mortgages stand out by the predictability of the monthly
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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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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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Weekly Mortgage Applications Suddenly Spike
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Reports of a massive spike in mortgage applications hit the market in spite of the slow progress of interest rates. Recorded data from the MBA
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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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The Purchase of New Vacation Home: A Rush Decision?
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A great summer vacation often gives people the feeling that what they are missing is a dream summer house of their own. Last year had an
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Third and largest insurance purchase by Freddie Mac to offset as much as $285 million of losses on a pool of US home loans.
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It’s a risk-sharing attempt that relies on regulators’ support. Freddie Mac made an email statement on the subject of the policies. These
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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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