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Fed probes mortgage rates
More than half of black Americans who bought a home in 2005 received a high interest rate on their mortgage loan, compared with 17 percent of whites, according to a federal report released Friday. (Sat, 09 Sep 2006 18:19:30 GMT)
Massachusetts shuts 7 mortgage firms
BOSTON, Sept. 9 (UPI) -- Massachusetts bank regulators closed seven mortgage firms for allegedly operating without licenses and inflating consumer incomes on loan forms. (Sat, 09 Sep 2006 18:23:05 GMT)
Report: High-Cost Loans on The Rise
In another indication of increasing consumer debt, a new federal report has found that the percentage of borrowers who turned to high-cost loans to buy or refinance their houses rose last year. (Sat, 09 Sep 2006 18:38:38 GMT)
Bank on mortgage misery
Recent rapid economic growth has wrought some spectacular economic changes. One of the more arresting examples, is the mortgage market but its lending binge is about to create a lot of grief. (Sat, 09 Sep 2006 21:00:05 GMT)
Privacy issues may be coming too close to home
Picture this: You apply for a home loan from a local mortgage company on a Monday afternoon. By Tuesday morning, you're getting unsolicited phone pitches from out-of-state lenders who seem to know a lot about your personal finances: • Your credit scores. • Your outstanding credit-card balances and other revolving credit accounts. • The approximate market value of your home and how much you (Sat, 09 Sep 2006 21:41:18 GMT)
Correction: Mortgage Abuses story
In a Sept. 8 story about the state Division of Banking ordering 11 mortgage firms to stop doing business, The Associated Press reported erroneously that an investigation had found evidence all 11 firms steered prospective home buyers into mortgages they couldn't afford. (Sat, 09 Sep 2006 21:50:21 GMT)
Considering a Home Remodel? Make Sure It Will Pay Off
(ARA) - If your family has to wait in line to take a shower, or if you're storing pots and pans in the laundry room due to lack of cabinet space, it could be time to consider a home remodeling project. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 01:58:16 GMT)
9 Mortgage Don'ts
According to a recent housing survey, nearly 73 million Americans are homeowners. Most Americans own homes with a mortgage, with only 60% owing less than $100,000 on their homes. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 04:05:22 GMT)
Homeowner Alert: It's Time to Reclaim Your Time and Money
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Weigh mortgage prepayments against 401(k) contributions
If you've read this column for a while, you know I've often urged readers to think about making extra mortgage principal payments. This can dramatically cut the amount of interest you pay over the life of the loan and allow you to pay it off years early. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 07:08:59 GMT)
Pros and cons of PMI (private mortgage insurance)
It's almost impossible to listen to the radio or read a newspaper without encountering an ad for low- or no-down-payment home loans. If you are considering buying a house or condominium, or refinancing your current home, it pays to understand the pros and cons of these high loan-to-value ratio mortgages. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 07:10:04 GMT)
Extended debt is price of cash-out refinancing
Americans are getting one more cash advance from their homes. They're doing it with cash-out refinancing - mortgages big enough to not just cover debt, but to deliver some immediate cash to the borrower. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 07:33:23 GMT)
Application for loan can trigger pitches
| Picture this: You apply for a new home loan from a local mortgage company on a Monday afternoon. By Tuesday morning, you're suddenly getting unsolicited phone pitches from out-of-state lenders who seem to know a lot about your personal finances: (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 08:16:34 GMT)
Is it Time to Refinance Your Car?
(ARA) - Do you end every month with barely enough cash to pay the bills, and sometimes have to tap into your savings to get by? If so, it's time to re-evaluate your spending habits. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 09:12:35 GMT)
Web Site To Help In Buying A Home
LAKELAND -- The New York Times launched a new Home Finance Center real estate Web site last month that helps users navigate the mortgage process. The site is available for The Ledger's online readers. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 10:07:54 GMT)
Considering a Home Remodel? Make Sure It Will Pay Off
(ARA) - If your family has to wait in line to take a shower, or if you're storing pots and pans in the laundry room due to lack of cabinet space, it could be time to consider a home remodeling project. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 10:15:06 GMT)
Mortgage rate dips to 6.225% in O.C.
Mortgage rate dips to 6.225% in O.C. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 11:08:11 GMT)
Your Money Matters: Dealing with Rising Mortgage Interest Rates
(ARA) - Many Americans are asking themselves what they should be doing in the wake of rising, and sometimes, fluctuating mortgage rates. It's an important question because for many Americans their home equity represents the cornerstone of their personal wealth. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 12:29:33 GMT)
Pay off equity loan
Case suggested, however, that Duncan use part of her savings to pay off the $15,700 remainder of a home equity loan that she and her husband borrowed years ago. She has ample savings to pay off the balance. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 13:13:20 GMT)
Refinancing Can Relieve Your Car Payment Burdens
(ARA) - It is not uncommon for car owners to find themselves in a situation where their car payments become a bigger financial drain than they anticipated. This can happen for many different reasons: job loss, sudden unexpected expenses, or simply because the car payments aren't in line with income. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 14:43:04 GMT)
Confused by all the Mortgage Options? Here's Help
(ARA) - Fixed rate. Adjustable rate. Interest Only. Flex. All of the different types of home loans that are available these days can puzzle many homebuyers. But, say mortgage experts, virtually every home loan is one of two types: a fixed rate loan or an adjustable rate loan. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 16:42:13 GMT)
'Shonky methods' in loan sales
HOME loan marketers are posing as representatives of the peak mortgage industry body as first-home buyers retreat in the face of higher interest rates and competition among lenders intensifies. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 21:37:36 GMT)
'Shonky methods' in loan sales
OVERSEAS phone marketers trying to convince home owners to refinance their loans are posing as representatives of the nation's peak mortgage industry body. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 21:44:53 GMT)
1 in 2 let down by loan protection deals
Half of people taking out loan protection insurance will be shocked and disappointed if they need to claim, according to a disturbing new study. The sale of Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) is mired in scandal, with allegations of rip-off charges and mis-selling (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 23:06:19 GMT)
Refinancing Can Relieve Your Car Payment Burdens
(ARA) - It is not uncommon for car owners to find themselves in a situation where their car payments become a bigger financial drain than they anticipated. This can happen for many different reasons: job loss, sudden unexpected expenses, or simply because the car payments aren't in line with income. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 23:13:36 GMT)
Confused by all the Mortgage Options? Here's Help
(ARA) - Fixed rate. Adjustable rate. Interest Only. Flex. All of the different types of home loans that are available these days can puzzle many homebuyers. But, say mortgage experts, virtually every home loan is one of two types: a fixed rate loan or an adjustable rate loan. (Sun, 10 Sep 2006 23:26:08 GMT)
Cairns Lockie Mortgage Commentary 8 Sept 2006
Welcome to the sixteenth fortnightly Cairns Lockie Mortgage Commentary for 2006. We aim to keep you informed on developments at Cairns Lockie, Mortgage Bankers and the mortgage market in general. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 00:05:13 GMT)
OCBC offers loans for graduates
OCBC Bank (M) Bhd has rolled out the country’s “steepest” graduated home loan scheme, aimed at making home-ownership easier for graduates who have just entered the workforce. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 01:30:58 GMT)
Number of high-priced mortgages jump in 2005 as minority buyers hit hardest
Roughly half of all African-Americans and Hispanics who bought homes last year are paying above-average mortgage rates, a significant increase over 2004, the Federal Reserve says in a new report. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 02:00:42 GMT)
Mortgage slowdown stings First Tenn.
First Horizon National Corp. has laid off about 350 loan officers as the slowing housing market has taken a toll on its mortgage operations. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 04:27:33 GMT)
Is it Time to Refinance Your Car?
(ARA) - Do you end every month with barely enough cash to pay the bills, and sometimes have to tap into your savings to get by? If so, it's time to re-evaluate your spending habits. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 05:05:42 GMT)
OCBC Introduces Home Loan Scheme For Graduates
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 11 (Bernama) - OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Bhd Monday rolled out a graduated home loan scheme aimed at making home-ownership easier for graduates who have just entered the workforce. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 06:26:55 GMT)
HelloLender(TM) a Mortgage Lead Generation company strikes a $100,000.00+ annual media buy deal with Star Media Network.
To increase productivity in states that are difficult to generate mortgage leads in, HelloLender.com has consulted with media powerhouse Star Media Network of California. (PRWEB Sep 11, 2006) Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/chachingpr.php/TG92ZS1IYWxmLUhhbGYtWmV0YS1JbnNlLVplcm8= (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 07:33:07 GMT)
Were You Cheated On Your Mortgage? Are You About To Get A Home Loan? Smart Consumers & Ethical Real Estate
Americas watchdog has expanded its consumer mortgage services in order to assist all homeowners about to finance or refinance in order to make certain they are not being overcharged or cheated by a mortgage broker, bank or lender. This expanded service will also assist existing homeowners who are having problems with their mortgage loan servicing company or bank, and assist existing homeowners (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 07:36:49 GMT)
OCBC launches Graduated Home Loan scheme
OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Bhd rolled out the country’s “steepest” graduated home loan scheme as it seeks to make home-ownership easier for graduates who had just entered the workforce. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 08:01:50 GMT)
BUZZ: Horizon Mortgage involved in deal
A 26-acre commercial real estate property in Manatee County has sold for $9 million. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 08:33:33 GMT)
Mortgage Bureau launches Infinity products
The deal is part of Mortgage Bureau (UK)'s premier range and applies to Infinity's near-prime and light products. The incentive is available on all two-year fixed and two-year discounted deals across the range. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 09:57:43 GMT)
Financing home improvements in retirement
It probably would be better to do a cash-out refinance on your first mortgage, says Dr. Don. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 10:00:00 GMT)
SA Home Loans offers interest only option
South African Home Loans (SAHL), the country's only non-bank, discount mortgage provider, has launched another product into the home loans market - the option of paying only the interest on the home loan. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 10:08:27 GMT)
Township home demand boosts FNB
Demand for residential property in the townships has seen First National Bank's home loan sales soar by more than 20 percent in the bank's R800-million housing project in Glen Ridge, Soweto, over the past three months. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 10:19:49 GMT)
Mortgage of the week
Accord Mortgages is offering a two-year fixed rate deal until 30 September 2008, at a rate of 4.89 per cent, reverting to the standard variable rate for the remaining term of the mortgage, currently 6.5 per cent. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 10:27:22 GMT)
Mortgage Mergers & Corporate Activity from MortgageDaily.com
The appointment of a new president at the country's biggest mortgage banker topped other corporate activity in real estate finance, according to MortgageDaily.com, the dominant source of online news for the mortgage industry. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 11:00:00 GMT)
Financing home improvements in retirement
Dear Dr. Don, I'm 64 and need $75,000 for home upgrades. I have $300,000 plus in home equity. Would it be best to refinance with an interest-only loan to keep payments down, and then possibly get a reverse mortgage or use IRA monies and pay the taxes on that distribution? (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 11:35:08 GMT)
Refinancing Can Relieve Your Car Payment Burdens
(ARA) - It is not uncommon for car owners to find themselves in a situation where their car payments become a bigger financial drain than they anticipated. This can happen for many different reasons: job loss, sudden unexpected expenses, or simply because the car payments aren't in line with income. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 11:58:03 GMT)
Were You Cheated On Your Mortgage? Are You About To Get A Home Loan? Smart Consumers & Ethical Real Estate
(PRWEB) September 11, 2006 -- Americas Watchdog has expanded its consumer protection services in order to assist all homeowners nationwide with mortgage issues or problems related to their home loan/mortgage. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 12:00:00 GMT)
Put a Lid on Rising Mortgage Payments
(ARA) - Do you have a balloon mortgage that is coming due or an adjustable rate mortgage payment that has been steadily creeping up as interest rates change? (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 12:00:17 GMT)
Refinancing Can Relieve Your Car Payment Burdens
(ARA) - It is not uncommon for car owners to find themselves in a situation where their car payments become a bigger financial drain than they anticipated. This can happen for many different reasons: job loss, sudden unexpected expenses, or simply because the car payments aren't in line with income. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 12:19:52 GMT)
Home loan tricks
Question: I have been told that you can save interest on your home loan by paying your instalment on a certain day of the month. Do you know which day this is and how does this work? (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 12:33:20 GMT)
Sales of Private Financial Information set off by Home Mortgage Applications
Pull the "triggers!" That’s the demand from the National Association of Mortgage Brokers, a 27,000-member trade group that is the largest in the home lending field. The “triggers” it wants to pull have nothing to do with weapons. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 14:38:17 GMT)
Is it Time to Refinance Your Car?
(ARA) - Do you end every month with barely enough cash to pay the bills, and sometimes have to tap into your savings to get by? If so, it's time to re-evaluate your spending habits. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 14:56:56 GMT)
Auto Refinancing Puts Gas Money in Your Pocket
(ARA) - With gas prices at an all-time high and no relief in site, families are finding it necessary to cut back their spending on other items in order to fill up the car's tank. The price of a barrel of crude oil recently peaked at $77 dollars. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 15:59:16 GMT)
Why Mortgage Life Insurance is Not a Good Idea
(ARA) - If you've recently taken out a mortgage, brace yourself for the onslaught. Before you even finish unpacking, your mailbox will likely be filled with offers for all kinds of services. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 16:02:43 GMT)
Your Money Matters: Dealing with Rising Mortgage Interest Rates
(ARA) - Many Americans are asking themselves what they should be doing in the wake of rising, and sometimes, fluctuating mortgage rates. It's an important question because for many Americans their home equity represents the cornerstone of their personal wealth. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 17:11:55 GMT)
Put a Lid on Rising Mortgage Payments
(ARA) - Do you have a balloon mortgage that is coming due or an adjustable rate mortgage payment that has been steadily creeping up as interest rates change? (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 18:56:42 GMT)
Experience, Integrity and Personalized Service Distinguish Florida Mortgage Broker from the Pack
In his 15 years as a Florida mortgage broker, Ed Mitchell has learned the significance of one simple word: trust. (PRWEB Sep 11, 2006) Trackback URI: http://www.prweb.com/dingpr.php/SW5zZS1DcmFzLU1hZ24tWmV0YS1JbnNlLVplcm8= (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:32:01 GMT)
Confused by all the Mortgage Options? Here's Help
(ARA) - Fixed rate. Adjustable rate. Interest Only. Flex. All of the different types of home loans that are available these days can puzzle many homebuyers. But, say mortgage experts, virtually every home loan is one of two types: a fixed rate loan or an adjustable rate loan. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:45:58 GMT)
Experience, Integrity and Personalized Service Distinguish Florida Mortgage Broker from the Pack
Parkland, FL (PRWEB) September 11, 2006 -– In his 15 years as a Florida mortgage broker, Ed Mitchell has learned the significance of one simple word: trust. Ed is the owner and president of Maranatha Mortgage, a firm which specializes in home financing for the states of Florida and New York. The company is known for providing a level of personal service and integrity that is all too uncommon in (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:47:00 GMT)
Sponsored results for Iowa Mortgage Loan:
Iowa Loan Quotes - LowerMyBills.com Get up to 5 free refinance, home equity and debt consolidation quotes. www.lowermybills.com Bank of America® Iowa Exclusive home loan offers from Bank of America®, get prequalified. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:51:42 GMT)
Veterans Mortgage Program Popular
In the first 70 days of the current fiscal year, more Alaska veterans were able to take advantage of the lower mortgage interest rates offered under the state's Veterans Mortgage Program than those who did over the 365 days of the previous year, according to Alaska Housing Finance Corporation CEO/Executive Director Dan Fauske. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 20:13:00 GMT)
Confused by all the Mortgage Options? Here's Help
(ARA) - Fixed rate. Adjustable rate. Interest Only. Flex. All of the different types of home loans that are available these days can puzzle many homebuyers. But, say mortgage experts, virtually every home loan is one of two types: a fixed rate loan or an adjustable rate loan. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 20:31:34 GMT)
The New York Mortgage Company, LLC Responds to Erroneously Reported Associated Press Article
The New York Mortgage Company, LLC , today announced that The Associated Press had erroneously reported on September, 9, 2006 that the company was one of 11 lenders being charged with steering prospective home buyers into mortgages they couldn't afford in the State of Massachusetts. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 20:46:00 GMT)
Anworth Mortgage Asset Corporation Announces Rating Increase for BellaVista Mortgage Trust Securities
Anworth Mortgage Asset Corporation announced today that Standard & Poor's Ratings Services recently raised its ratings on nine classes of pass-through certificates from three transactions issued by BellaVista Mortgage Trust, a subsidiary of Anworth Mortgage Asset Corporation. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 21:20:00 GMT)
Your Money Matters: Dealing with Rising Mortgage Interest Rates
(ARA) - Many Americans are asking themselves what they should be doing in the wake of rising, and sometimes, fluctuating mortgage rates. It's an important question because for many Americans their home equity represents the cornerstone of their personal wealth. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 22:14:28 GMT)
Silver Hill Has Mortgage Broker's Ticket to Super Bowl(R) XLI
Silver Hill Financial, LLC , a leading national real estate lender specializing in small-balance commercial loans, will make a dream come true on February 4, 2007. The nationwide lender announced today the kick-off of its MVP Challenge, an opportunity for one top-producing mortgage broker to win a deluxe prize package with tickets to Super Bowl® XLI in Miami. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 22:22:00 GMT)
Another Mortgage Broker Charged By Feds
Another local mortgage broker has been nabbed by federal authorities for allegedly inflating the price of home sales to loan companies. Jay Ann Snyder was arraigned Monday before Magistrate Susan Kerr Lee. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 23:48:31 GMT)
Veterans Mortgage Program Popular
In the first 70 days of the current fiscalyear, more Alaska veterans were able to take advantage of the lowermortgage interest rates offered under the state's Veterans Mortgage Programthan those who did over the 365 days of the previous year, according toAlaska Housing Finance Corporation CEO/Executive Director Dan Fauske. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 00:26:00 GMT)
Put a Lid on Rising Mortgage Payments
(ARA) - Do you have a balloon mortgage that is coming due or an adjustable rate mortgage payment that has been steadily creeping up as interest rates change? (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 03:36:08 GMT)
Australia's IMB mortgage-backed issue priced
SYDNEY, Sept 12 (Reuters) - New South Wales building society IMB Ltd. has had its A$500 million ($375 million) issue of residential mortgage backed securities priced, sole lead manager ABN AMRO said on Tuesday. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 04:30:17 GMT)
Sponsored results for Iowa Mortgage Loan:
Iowa Loan Quotes - LowerMyBills.com Get up to 5 free refinance, home equity and debt consolidation quotes. www.lowermybills.com Bank of America® Iowa Exclusive home loan offers from Bank of America®, get prequalified. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 04:51:49 GMT)
Is a 640 Fico Credit Score High Enough to Get a Low California Home Loan Mortgage Rate?
Improving your FICO credit score could entitle you to a lower California home mortgage loan rate. Many are unaware of their FICO score and how much a low rating. (PRWEB Sep 12, 2006) (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 07:03:50 GMT)
On Personal Finance | You will pay for mortgage broker's help
Question:I am shopping for a house. Should I get a mortgage directly through a bank or my credit union? Or should I use a mortgage broker? (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 07:11:25 GMT)
Trump Mortgage has licenses in 25 states
Trump Mortgage LLC has announced that it is has acquired mortgage licenses in 25 states. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 07:21:10 GMT)
Mortgage Refinancing: Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Mortgage Refinance Home Loan
The top 10 reasons to Refinance Your Home. Mortgage Refinancing is a key financial tool for homeowners to improve their financial condition. Learn how to save money by refinancing. (PRWEB Sep 12, 2006) Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/chachingpr.php/U3F1YS1JbnNlLVByb2YtTG92ZS1JbnNlLVplcm8= (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 07:44:45 GMT)
Is it Time to Refinance Your Car?
(ARA) - Do you end every month with barely enough cash to pay the bills, and sometimes have to tap into your savings to get by? If so, it's time to re-evaluate your spending habits. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 09:22:39 GMT)
Refinancing Can Relieve Your Car Payment Burdens
(ARA) - It is not uncommon for car owners to find themselves in a situation where their car payments become a bigger financial drain than they anticipated. This can happen for many different reasons: job loss, sudden unexpected expenses, or simply because the car payments aren't in line with income. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 10:13:33 GMT)
Auto Refinancing Puts Gas Money in Your Pocket
(ARA) - With gas prices at an all-time high and no relief in site, families are finding it necessary to cut back their spending on other items in order to fill up the car's tank. The price of a barrel of crude oil recently peaked at $77 dollars. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 10:34:21 GMT)
Your Money Matters: Dealing with Rising Mortgage Interest Rates
(ARA) - Many Americans are asking themselves what they should be doing in the wake of rising, and sometimes, fluctuating mortgage rates. It's an important question because for many Americans their home equity represents the cornerstone of their personal wealth. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 10:34:41 GMT)
Confused by all the Mortgage Options? Here's Help
(ARA) - Fixed rate. Adjustable rate. Interest Only. Flex. All of the different types of home loans that are available these days can puzzle many homebuyers. But, say mortgage experts, virtually every home loan is one of two types: a fixed rate loan or an adjustable rate loan. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 11:27:13 GMT)
SA's mortgage debt 'problematic'
The International Monetary Fund has warned of South Africa's rising house prices and its increasing mortgage indebtedness, adding it needs to be monitored carefully. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 11:49:59 GMT)
Mortgage Refinancing: Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Mortgage Refinance Home Loan
Saratoga Springs, NY (PRWEB) September 12, 2006 -- Based on marketing research and personal experience, Christian Thomas, Assistant VP for Loan Choice Direct, a national mortgage broker located in Saratoga Springs, New York has compiled a top ten list to educate and inform homeowners on how mortgage refinance home loans can help improve their financial profile. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 12:00:00 GMT)
Mortgage fears as inflation rises
Homeowners are gearing up for another hike in mortgage rates after inflation rose to its joint highest level since Labour came to power nine years ago. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 12:22:50 GMT)
NovaStar Mortgage, Inc. Agrees to Purchase Retail Mortgage Lending Assets From Oak Street Mortgage LLC
KANSAS CITY, Mo.----Sept. 12, 2006--NovaStar Mortgage, Inc., and Oak Street Mortgage LLC today announced that NovaStar Mortgage, the primary loan origination unit of NovaStar Financial, Inc. has agreed to acquire up to 21 retail mortgage lending locations and certain other assets of Oak Street. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 12:30:00 GMT)
NovaStar Mortgage, Inc. Agrees to Purchase Retail Mortgage Lending Assets From Oak Street Mortgage LLC
NovaStar Mortgage, Inc., and Oak Street Mortgage LLCtoday announced that NovaStar Mortgage, the primary loan originationunit of NovaStar Financial, Inc. (NYSE: NFI) has agreed to acquire upto 21 retail mortgage lending locations and certain other assets ofOak Street. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 12:44:31 GMT)
Refinancing Can Relieve Your Car Payment Burdens
(ARA) - It is not uncommon for car owners to find themselves in a situation where their car payments become a bigger financial drain than they anticipated. This can happen for many different reasons: job loss, sudden unexpected expenses, or simply because the car payments aren't in line with income. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 14:07:19 GMT)
Is it Time to Refinance Your Car?
(ARA) - Do you end every month with barely enough cash to pay the bills, and sometimes have to tap into your savings to get by? If so, it's time to re-evaluate your spending habits. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 14:07:29 GMT)
NovaStar will buy Indiana firm's mortgage unit
NovaStar Mortgage Inc. will buy as many as 21 retail mortgage lending locations and other assets from Oak Street Mortgage LLC for an undisclosed amount. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 15:06:56 GMT)
Take care prepaying mortgage
If you've read this column for a while, you know I've often urged readers to think about making extra mortgage principal payments. This can dramatically cut the amount of interest you pay over the life of the loan and allow you to pay it off years early. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 15:17:43 GMT)
KC firm buys part of Carmel's Oak Street Mortgage
Oak Street Mortgage LLC of Carmel is selling up to 21 retail mortgage lending locations and other assets to NovaStar Mortgage, Inc. of Kansas City. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 15:43:11 GMT)
Confused by all the Mortgage Options? Here's Help
(ARA) - Fixed rate. Adjustable rate. Interest Only. Flex. All of the different types of home loans that are available these days can puzzle many homebuyers. But, say mortgage experts, virtually every home loan is one of two types: a fixed rate loan or an adjustable rate loan. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 16:03:17 GMT)
Blunt ends payday loan operations at nursing homes
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services will deny nursing home operators' renewal requests to operate on-site payday loan operations that lend money to the nursing homes' employees, Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt said Tuesday. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 17:08:14 GMT)
Your Money Matters: Dealing with Rising Mortgage Interest Rates
(ARA) - Many Americans are asking themselves what they should be doing in the wake of rising, and sometimes, fluctuating mortgage rates. It's an important question because for many Americans their home equity represents the cornerstone of their personal wealth. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 17:34:52 GMT)
Met Mortgage begins mailing checks
SPOKANE -- Checks were mailed Tuesday to thousands of people who lost money in the bankruptcy of Spokane-based Metropolitan Mortgage and Securities. The initial payback was higher than first estimated. Metropolitan noteholders are receiving about 9 cents on the dollar. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 19:20:48 GMT)
The Law: Appraisers determine fair market value of property
I am in the process of refinancing my house, but the appraiser the mortgage company sent out has undervalued my property by at least $100,000. Is there anything I can do to remedy the situation? (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 19:37:28 GMT)
Countrywide eyes mortgage slowdown as Mozilo remains
NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Countrywide Financial Corp. shares rallied Tuesday after co-founder and CEO Angelo Mozilo said he'll stay beyond this year in his job as the mortgage giant set out its strategy to weather the housing industry downturn. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 19:53:56 GMT)
Insurance can cut your mortgage payment
You can get lower monthly payments in some cases by getting a home loan with mortgage insurance rather than a piggyback loan. Don't assume that your loan officer or mortgage broker knows this. \ (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 19:57:54 GMT)
Tuscarawas officials release mortgage
Tuscarawas County commissioners authorized the release of a mortgage Monday for Jeanne L. Nalley of 372 Park Ave., Bolivar. The mortgage was being held by the county because Nalley participated in the financial year 2000 Community Home Improvement Program. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 20:51:03 GMT)
Refinancing 101
Whether you are looking to reduce your rate, shorten your loan term to 20, 15, or 10 years, or borrow extra money for home improvements, refinancing may be right for you. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 20:56:20 GMT)
Six Situations When a Home Equity Loan is Prudent
Used sensibly, home equity loans let homeowners draw on their greatest asset to achieve greater financial stability. The key: Evaluate thoroughly the terms and risks of a second mortgage to decide if it is right for you. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 21:07:06 GMT)
Goldman isn't yet interested in buying mortgage lender
NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Goldman Sachs Group (GS) has no plans to quickly follow competitors into buying residential mortgage firms, a company executive said Tuesday. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 21:50:00 GMT)
Homeowners fall behind on mortgage repayments
HUNDREDS of thousands of homeowners are failing to keep up with mortgage repayments, raising fears that they may lose their homes, as inflation rose yesterday to its highest in nearly two years. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 22:39:29 GMT)
Missed mortgage payments are sure sign of hard times
MEETING regular mortgage payments ranks high on householders’ financial priorities. Payments are normally made by direct bank debit, taken out of the usual discretion about which bills to pay when. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 22:39:39 GMT)
Is it Time to Refinance Your Car?
(ARA) - Do you end every month with barely enough cash to pay the bills, and sometimes have to tap into your savings to get by? If so, it's time to re-evaluate your spending habits. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 22:59:05 GMT)
Las Vegas Sands Gets Cheaper Casino Loan in Singapore Than U.S.
Sept. 13 (Bloomberg) -- Las Vegas Sands Corp., the world's biggest casino operator by market value, is paying less interest on loans to finance the first gambling resort in Singapore than it does at home in Nevada. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 00:32:50 GMT)
Refinancing Can Relieve Your Car Payment Burdens
(ARA) - It is not uncommon for car owners to find themselves in a situation where their car payments become a bigger financial drain than they anticipated. This can happen for many different reasons: job loss, sudden unexpected expenses, or simply because the car payments aren't in line with income. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 01:28:05 GMT)
Confused by all the Mortgage Options? Here's Help
(ARA) - Fixed rate. Adjustable rate. Interest Only. Flex. All of the different types of home loans that are available these days can puzzle many homebuyers. But, say mortgage experts, virtually every home loan is one of two types: a fixed rate loan or an adjustable rate loan. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 01:29:10 GMT)
Group Founded by Fulani Wins Refinancing, Sparking Protests
Lawmakers are outraged by the approval of a $12.5 million refinancing for a nonprofit agency founded by a former Independence Party leader, Lenora Fulani. In a vote yesterday, the city's Industrial Development Agency approved a taxfree bond refinancing for the All Stars Project, an after-school program founded in 1981 by Dr. Fulani. The refinancing applies to IDA bonds issued in 2002 and includes (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 05:20:10 GMT)
Mortgage planner helps plan tax-free retirement
Business Q&A with Douglas Dietzman, a professional mortgage planner. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 06:53:37 GMT)
Homeowners struggle to meet mortgage payments
Hundreds of thousands of homeowners missed mortgage payments last year, with young borrowers most at risk, a charity survey said on Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 07:43:02 GMT)
Race dictates rates for mortgage loans, federal figures show
Black people in Cuyahoga County were at least 2½ times more likely than white people to have received a high-interest mortgage loan last year, regardless of how much they earned. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 09:05:26 GMT)
Put a Lid on Rising Mortgage Payments
(ARA) - Do you have a balloon mortgage that is coming due or an adjustable rate mortgage payment that has been steadily creeping up as interest rates change? (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 09:23:50 GMT)
Writing off loan interest on RV
A recreation vehicle can be considered a first or second home for purposes of the home mortgage loan interest deduction, says CPA George Saenz. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 10:00:00 GMT)
Blunt Takes Payday Loan Operations Out of Nursing Homes
Nursing home operators will no longer be allowed to operate on-site payday loan operations that lend money to the nursing homes' employees, Gov. Matt Blunt announced yesterday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 10:04:44 GMT)
The Law: Appraisers determine fair market value of property
I am in the process of refinancing my house, but the appraiser the mortgage company sent out has undervalued my property by at least $100,000. Is there anything I can do to remedy the situation? (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 10:07:18 GMT)
Russian mortgage agency to launch first rouble MBS
MOSCOW, Sept 13 (Reuters) - Russia's mortgage agency should register its first rouble-denominated mortgage-backed securities (MBS) this week as it seeks to create a new asset class to fund affordable home loans, the financial regulator said on Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 10:17:41 GMT)
Homeowners fall behind on mortgage repayments
HUNDREDS of thousands of homeowners are failing to keep up with mortgage repayments, raising fears that they may lose their homes, as inflation rose yesterday to its highest in nearly two years. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 10:27:27 GMT)
Missed mortgage payments are sure sign of hard times
MEETING regular mortgage payments ranks high on householders’ financial priorities. Payments are normally made by direct bank debit, taken out of the usual discretion about which bills to pay when. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 10:27:38 GMT)
Mortgage applications rise 3.2% from prior week, MBA says
BOSTON (MarketWatch) -- The number of applications for mortgages filed with major U.S. banks rose a seasonally adjusted 3.2% last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 11:09:27 GMT)
Your Money Matters: Dealing with Rising Mortgage Interest Rates
(ARA) - Many Americans are asking themselves what they should be doing in the wake of rising, and sometimes, fluctuating mortgage rates. It's an important question because for many Americans their home equity represents the cornerstone of their personal wealth. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 11:30:45 GMT)
U.S. MBA's Mortgage Applications Index Rose 3.2% Last Week
Sept. 13 (Bloomberg) -- Mortgage applications in the U.S. rose last week to the highest level in more than three months after a recent decline in borrowing costs spurred home buying. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 11:32:42 GMT)
Writing off loan interest on RV as 1st home
Dear Tax Talk, I know that you can write off a recreational vehicle as a second home, but what about a first home? (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 11:34:38 GMT)
Mortgage applications keep climbing
Mortgage Bankers Association reports that activity index increased for the second straight week, hitting its highest level since mid-May. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 11:57:00 GMT)
US home loan demand rose 2nd consecutive week
NEW YORK - US mortgage applications rose for a second consecutive week as demand for home purchase loans hit its highest level in two months, an industry trade group said on Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 12:57:34 GMT)
Mortgage applications rise as demand for purchase loans is highest since July
Mortgage applications rose for a second consecutive week as demand for home purchase loans hit its highest level in two months, an industry trade group said Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 13:17:28 GMT)
Mortgage Applications in U.S. Rose 3.2% Last Week (Update1)
Sept. 13 (Bloomberg) -- Mortgage applications in the U.S. rose last week to the highest level in more than three months after a recent decline in borrowing costs spurred home buying. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 14:47:40 GMT)
Mortgage Applications Up 3.2 Percent
The number of applications for mortgages filed with major U.S. banks rose a seasonally adjusted 3.2 percent last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 15:05:43 GMT)
Your Money Matters: Dealing with Rising Mortgage Interest Rates
(ARA) - Many Americans are asking themselves what they should be doing in the wake of rising, and sometimes, fluctuating mortgage rates. It's an important question because for many Americans their home equity represents the cornerstone of their personal wealth. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 17:13:58 GMT)
Put a Lid on Rising Mortgage Payments
(ARA) - Do you have a balloon mortgage that is coming due or an adjustable rate mortgage payment that has been steadily creeping up as interest rates change? (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 17:23:21 GMT)
Home loan demand rises for 2nd straight week: MBA
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Mortgage applications rose for a second consecutive week as demand for home purchase loans hit its highest level in two months, an industry trade group said on Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 17:28:43 GMT)
Mortgage foreclosures edge higher in Q2, but late payments fall
Mortgage foreclosures climbed modestly in the spring as higher interest rates and energy prices made monthly payments harder for some homeowners. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 17:37:26 GMT)
Mortgage foreclosures up slightly, but...
...late payments are down, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. The foreclosure number is closely watched because it could be a sign that people are struggling with higher payments on adjustable rate mortgages as interest rates creep upward. The association... (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 18:14:22 GMT)
Mortgage delinquencies ticking upward
Faced with higher mortgage rates and deteriorating housing markets, more Americans are having trouble paying off their mortgages this year, according to the latest quarterly report on delinquencies from the Mortgage Bankers Association released Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 18:27:00 GMT)
Mortgage Foreclosures Rise in the 2Q
Mortgage foreclosures climbed in the spring as higher interest rates and energy prices made monthly payments harder for some homeowners. The Mortgage Bankers Association, in its quarterly mortgage survey released Wednesday, reported that the percentage... (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 18:48:03 GMT)
Mortgage foreclosures rise in 2Q
Mortgage foreclosures climbed in the spring as higher interest rates and energy prices made monthly payments harder for some homeowners. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 18:50:48 GMT)
Confused by all the Mortgage Options? Here's Help
(ARA) - Fixed rate. Adjustable rate. Interest Only. Flex. All of the different types of home loans that are available these days can puzzle many homebuyers. But, say mortgage experts, virtually every home loan is one of two types: a fixed rate loan or an adjustable rate loan. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 19:46:54 GMT)
Fitch Rates $950MM IndyMac MBS, Inc. HE Mtge Loan A-B Trust INABS Series 2006-D
NEW YORK----Sept. 13, 2006--Fitch rates IndyMac Home Equity Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Trust, series INABS 2006-D, as follows: $733,400,000 classes 1A, 2A-1 through 2A-4 'AAA'; $37,525,000 class M-1 'AA+'; $33,250,000 class M-2 'AA'; $19,475,000 class M-3 'AA-'; $17,100,000 class M-4 'A+'; $17,100,000 class M-5 'A'; $16,150,000 class M-6 'A-'; $12,350,000 class M-7 'BBB+'; $8,550,000 class M-8 (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 20:17:00 GMT)
Is it Time to Refinance Your Car?
(ARA) - Do you end every month with barely enough cash to pay the bills, and sometimes have to tap into your savings to get by? If so, it's time to re-evaluate your spending habits. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 22:43:43 GMT)
Lehman eyes mortgage acquisitions in Europe
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. LEH.N is looking at acquiring mortgage lenders in Europe as it looks to boost its mortgage revenue, the investment bank's chief financial officer told Reuters on Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 23:04:22 GMT)
Take care prepaying mortgage
If you've read this column for a while, you know I've often urged readers to think about making extra mortgage principal payments. This can dramatically cut the amount of interest you pay over the life of the loan and allow you to pay it off years early. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 00:22:32 GMT)
Lehman eyes mortgage acquisitions in Europe
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. is looking at acquiring mortgage lenders in Europe as it looks to boost its mortgage revenue, the investment bank’s chief financial officer told Reuters on Wednesday. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 01:58:45 GMT)
Loan program to help with home mortgages
A small number of moderate-income Howard County homebuyers should benefit from a $255,275 state Community Legacy program revolving loan fund grant announced yesterday in North Laurel. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 03:10:36 GMT)
Mortgage group pushes for stop to pitches made after loan applications
Picture this: You apply for a new home loan from a local mortgage company on a Monday afternoon. By Tuesday morning, you're suddenly getting unsolicited phone pitches from out-of-state lenders who seem to know a lot about your personal finances: (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 03:10:46 GMT)
U.S. mortgage delinquencies inch lower in quarter
CHICAGO (MarketWatch) -- The delinquency rate for mortgage loans on one- to four-unit residential properties declined during the second quarter, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association's National Delinquency Survey, released on Wednesday. But the percentage of loans in the foreclosure process and those just entering the foreclosure process inched up slightly during the same period. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 04:00:49 GMT)
Mortgage foreclosures rising
There's no question: Mortgage foreclosures in the Sunshine State are up. By how much, however, depends on who you ask. RealtyTrac, a provider of real estate data, reported Wednesday that foreclosure activity in Florida jumped to its highest level this year, with 16,533 properties entering foreclosure in August, 50 percent more than the previous month. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 07:29:46 GMT)
Find The True Cost Of Your Mortgage
There are lots of factors involved in choosing your mortgage. One Fool gives you some tips on calculating the true cost before you sign on the dotted line. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 09:28:42 GMT)
Mortgage Applications Are up
The number of applications for mortgages filed with major U.S. banks rose a seasonally adjusted 3.2 percent last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported Wednesday. Application volumes are down 22.8 percent compared with a year ago, in line with other data showing the nation's housing market cooling significantly. Applications have... (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 10:06:44 GMT)
Your Money Matters: Dealing with Rising Mortgage Interest Rates
(ARA) - Many Americans are asking themselves what they should be doing in the wake of rising, and sometimes, fluctuating mortgage rates. It's an important question because for many Americans their home equity represents the cornerstone of their personal wealth. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 10:19:21 GMT)
Mortgage foreclosures rise slightly
Washington — Mortgage foreclosures climbed in the spring as higher interest rates and energy prices made monthly payments harder for some homeowners. The Mortgage Bankers Association, in its quarterly mortgage survey released Wednesday, reported that the percentage of mortgages that started the foreclosure process in the April-to-June quarter rose to 0.43 percent. That was up from 0.41 percent in (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 10:48:47 GMT)
Mortgage foreclosures rose in second quarter
WASHINGTON (AP) — Mortgage foreclosures climbed in the spring as higher interest rates and energy prices made monthly payments harder to make. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 10:51:49 GMT)
Bankrate: Mortgage Rates Dip After Fed President's Speech
Fixed mortgage rates dipped again, falling for the ninth time in the past 11 weeks. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is now 6.44 percent. According to Bankrate.com's weekly national survey of large lenders, the 30-year fixed rate mortgages had an average of 0.30 discount and origination points. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 11:30:00 GMT)
Countrywide Loan Volume Falls in August
Countrywide Financial Corp., which sells and invests in home mortgages, said Thursday that mortgage loan fundings in August fell 24 percent to $40 billion, due to the slowdown in the housing market. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 13:22:30 GMT)
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