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Freddie Mac: Cash-Out Refinance Rate Up
Homeowners are still able to take cash out of their homes when they refinance despite rising interest rates that are boosting monthly costs on adjustable-rate mortgages, Freddie Mac , the mortgage finance giant said Wednesday. (Wed, 01 Nov 2006 21:23:56 GMT)

Considering a refinance of FHA mortgage
You would have to get a very attractive rate to make it worthwhile, says Dr. Don. (Thu, 02 Nov 2006 11:00:00 GMT)

Considering a refinance of FHA mortgage
Dear Dr. Don, Our mortgage is a FHA 20-year fixed rate loan at 5.625 percent. We are considering a home equity loan for $20,000 to pay off our credit card debts, but the loan officer has recommended that we refinance the mortgage instead. (Thu, 02 Nov 2006 12:29:19 GMT)

• Basic Things About Home Mortgage Refinancing
Home mortgage refinancing—such a technical sounding word for a newbie in the real-estate market scene. Having the right set of information about it guarantees anyone to make the right decisions when it comes to paying for a home property. (Thu, 02 Nov 2006 17:47:59 GMT)

• Risks of Home Mortgage Refinancing
If mortgage payments are suddenly higher, the most probable aspect to blame would be the ever-rising mortgage interest rates. The reason is that since 2004 the Federal Reserve Board has raised the fed-funds rate, which influences mortgage interest rates, 17 times. (Thu, 02 Nov 2006 17:48:10 GMT)

Weekly Home Loan report: 3 to 8 November, 2006
One lender takes on banks. The home loan price war many were expecting to rage this spring and summer has been somewhat quiet at the moment. (Fri, 03 Nov 2006 01:40:07 GMT)

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Bad Credit and Home Refinance
(ARA) - Mortgage rates are at historic lows, and it seems like everyone's jumping on the refinance bandwagon these days. But is it really a good idea for people with bad credit? (Fri, 03 Nov 2006 10:39:19 GMT)

Clear Choice Financial's Lending Operations Announce 23% Increase in Funded Loan Volume for October 2006
ClearChoice Financial, Inc. (OTCBB: CLRCE), a financial services companyspecializing in mortgage refinancings and new home loans, announced todaythat its wholly owned subsidiary Bay Capital, the corporation's recentlystreamlined lending operations, reached a four month high for both totalloan submissions and funded loan volume for October 2006. The Companyachieved this 23% increase over (Fri, 03 Nov 2006 21:42:42 GMT)

Fitch Rates Fremont Home Loan Trust $1.552B Series 2006-D
NEW YORK----Fremont Home Loan Trust's mortgage-backed certificates, series 2006-D, are rated by Fitch Ratings as follows: (Fri, 03 Nov 2006 22:27:00 GMT)

McClen Makes Loan Move Back Home
The 27-year old central midfield player, who made 22 appearances for Premiership giants Newcastle United at the start of his career, has now continued his nomadic life of late by leaving Kidderminster to join up with Northern League Division One side Bedlington Harriers on loan for a month. (Sat, 04 Nov 2006 01:54:57 GMT)

Accelerator loan for mortgage gains popularity
A different type of mortgage, called a "mortgage accelerator" loan, has migrated to the United States. It uses home equity borrowing and the borrower's paycheck to shorten the time until a mortgage is paid off, saving tens of thousands in interest expense. (Sat, 04 Nov 2006 03:29:14 GMT)

Higher rates spur cash-out refinancing
Spurred by higher interest rates on their adjustable mortgages and home equity loans, many homeowners are refinancing their mortgages — and taking out bigger loans in the process. (Sat, 04 Nov 2006 10:57:00 GMT)

Mortgage applications slide
Dipping interest rates not enough to spur buying or refinancing. (Sat, 04 Nov 2006 21:11:57 GMT)

Mortgage holders worried about rates going up
WASHINGTON — The future is gnawing at homeowner Scott Klimek. Will the interest rate on his adjustable-rate mortgage go up? Will he be able to afford the monthly payments if it does? (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 05:07:43 GMT)

Houston Mortgage Monitor
INDIVIDUAL LENDER RATES The mortgage interest rate list represents a sampling of rates as quoted by lenders in the Houston market on Friday. Rates, which may change on Monday, are for 90 percent loans and do not include origination fees. The numbers in parentheses after the rates are discount points. A point is equal to 1 percent of the loan amount (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 06:53:04 GMT)

'Cash-out' refinancing is highest since 1990
Spurred by higher interest rates on their adjustable mortgages and home equity loans, many homeowners are refinancing their mortgages — and taking out bigger loans in the process. In the third quarter of 2006, more homeowners obtained so-called "cash-out" refinancing than during any quarter since 1990, mortgage financing company Freddie Mac said last week. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 06:54:35 GMT)

HORRY MORTGAGE CONCERN: Revoked sales licenses cut fraud, official says
S.C. officials put a dent in Horry County's mortgage fraud problems this year when they permanently revoked sales licenses for five manufactured home sellers, the state's top regulator said last week. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 08:04:49 GMT)

Home loan options explored USDA event highlights financing alternatives
OLYMPIA - Nearly 100 people braved wet weather Saturday to attend an event that offered an often overlooked way to buy a home in a market that has become increasingly unaffordable. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 11:53:27 GMT)

British borrowers braced for mortgage payment increases
British homeowners were today preparing for an imminent hike in mortgage repayments with a further rise on the cards early next year. The Bank of England is widely expected to raise interest rates from 4.75% to 5% on Thursday following its first increase in two years in August. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 12:52:12 GMT)

Suspected Mortgage Fraud Up 35%, Agency Reports
The once-booming housing market and the rising popularity of nontraditional home loans have produced an unwanted byproduct: a 35 percent increase in suspected mortgage fraud. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 16:43:23 GMT)

Why Now is a Good Time to Refinance
(ARA) - If you're a homeowner, the recent drop in interest rates has opened up the possibility of big savings on your monthly payments. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 16:50:45 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, 05 Nov 2006 16:51:05 GMT)

State moves to discipline mortgage firms
State regulators on Friday took steps to discipline six home mortgage firms that allegedly used improperly registered employees to process more than 700 home loans. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 17:23:02 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, 05 Nov 2006 17:39:15 GMT)

Tk 3b term loan facility accord signed with Abu Dhabi Group, Warid Telecom
A total of 22 banks and two non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs) from Bangladesh have signed a Tk 3.0 billion term loan facility agreement with the Abu Dhabi Group and Warid Telecom. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 17:40:58 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, 05 Nov 2006 17:48:36 GMT)

Mortgage fraud grew with housing market
The once-booming housing market and rising popularity of nontraditional home loans have produced an unwanted byproduct: a 35 percent increase in suspected mortgage fraud. A new report by federal regulators indicates the fraud is being perpetrated by people seeking to buy homes or others in cahoots with brokers and agents who cheat the system. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 18:18:45 GMT)

Australian September Home-Loan Approvals Probably Fell on Rates
Nov. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Australian home-loan approvals probably dropped in September for a second month after the central bank raised interest rates to a 5 1/2-year high. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 18:55:32 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. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 22:24:43 GMT)

If You Have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage, Why You Need to Refinance Now
(ARA) - When you signed up for that adjustable rate loan a few years back, it probably seemed like a deal too good to pass up. But fast forward to the present, and you're probably starting to get a little nervous. (Sun, 05 Nov 2006 22:25:33 GMT)

Making Malaysia 2nd home plan more attractive
THE Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme has been in the news again. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 00:13:24 GMT)

How to Determine if it's Time to Refinance
(ARA) - Who wouldn't enjoy a break on their monthly mortgage payment? On the other hand, how can you be sure the timing is right to refinance ? Are the rates and the current mortgage market the best indicators? (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 00:21:09 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, 06 Nov 2006 02:39:35 GMT)

Floating home loan rates never drop
The Indian home loan market, bedazzled by the low rate home loans, forgot to ask one basic question: what is my floating rate loan benchmarked to? (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 04:43:51 GMT)

Suspected mortgage fraud up 35#x25, feds report
The once-booming housing market and rising popularity of nontraditional home loans have produced an unwanted byproduct: a 35 percent increase in suspected mortgage fraud. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 07:13:24 GMT)

GOVERNMENT OFFERS RURAL LOAN PROGRAM
U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development is offering a guaranteed loan program that can help low- and moderate-income families and individuals buy homes with no down payment. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 07:51:23 GMT)

Mortgage an issue for retirees
Q: In a recent column you talked about the risks of making mortgage payments after retirement. But this left me wondering: What is the alternative? If one has a mortgage on the day of retirement and one pays it off, then 100 percent of that capital is now tied up in the house. So it has zero chance of earning anything. Are you saying: Pay off all mortgages upon retirement, or sell the home and (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 08:11:05 GMT)

Homeowners May Be Forced To Refinance As Payments Increase
A new GuideToLenders.com poll indicates that homeowners' most common reason for mortgage refinancing is to lower their monthly payments--not necessarily to lower their mortgage interest rates. Today, a successful lender or broker must provide in-depth, reliable payment information beyond simple mortgage rate quotes, or homeowners will refinance elsewhere. (PRWeb Nov 6, 2006) Trackback URI: (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 08:11:45 GMT)

BD Nationwide Mortgage Introduces the Second Mortgage that Requires NO Appraisal for Home Equity Loans to 125% and
BD Nationwide Mortgage introduces the "Fast Fund Second Mortgage Loan" that requires no formal appraisal. The latest second mortgage product from BD Nationwide reduces the funding times for home equity loans, because underwriting accepts an automated value model rather than a URAR or 2055 appraisal that requires a licensed appraiser to visit, survey, and appraise a property and the comparable (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 08:34:05 GMT)

Is equity vital to gain a business loan?
Business banking expert Peter Ferns explores whether a would-be business person needs some equity in order to gain a business loan. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 09:07:53 GMT)

Mortgage rates, home prices rise and fall
At the beginning of 2006, everyone expected mortgage rates to rise. And they did. And then, surprisingly, even shockingly, they fell. So did home prices. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 11:00:00 GMT)

Mortgage of the Week
Halifax is offering a fixed rate deal until the 31 December 2008, at a rate of 4.79%, reverting to the standard variable rate for the remaining term of the mortgage, currently 6.75%. The overall cost for comparison is 6.6% APR. An Early Repayment Charge is payable if you repay all or part of the mortgage during the fixed rate period. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 11:21:58 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, 06 Nov 2006 11:27:28 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, 06 Nov 2006 11:27:38 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, 06 Nov 2006 11:50:04 GMT)

Rush to refinance at an end
Economists are fond of pointing out that "there ain't no such thing as a free lunch." But for several years, as interest rates have fallen, homeowners have gotten something pretty close to it. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 11:54:29 GMT)

BD Nationwide Mortgage Introduces the Second Mortgage that Requires NO Appraisal for Home Equity Loans to 125% and
(PRWEB) November 6, 2006 -- BD Nationwide Mortgage introduces the "Fast Fund Second Mortgage Loan" that requires no formal appraisal. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 12:00:00 GMT)

Mortgage Industry Insider - Weekly insight from MortgageDaily.com
Senior mortgage banking executives recently delivered dour forecasts for the next year, according to coverage from MortgageDaily.com, the dominant source of online news for the mortgage industry. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 12:00:00 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, 06 Nov 2006 12:10:05 GMT)

Treat Home Buyers Plan as last resort
I'm about to buy a condo. If I dip into my RRSP and take out a Home Buyers Plan withdrawal, I'd be able to make more than a 25-per-cent down payment to reduce my mortgage payments. Is this a good idea? (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 12:18:53 GMT)

Federal mortgage tax credits see boost
The state is sharply increasing its allotment of federal mortgage tax credits in an effort to help more people afford a home in one of the country's priciest markets. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 13:02:18 GMT)

Mortgage fraud trial takes long weekend
HATTIESBURG, Miss. Testimony continues today (Monday) in a federal court mortgage-flipping trial that took a long weekend to allow two jurors to go... (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 15:29:40 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, 06 Nov 2006 16:42:11 GMT)

Why Now is a Good Time to Refinance
(ARA) - If you're a homeowner, the recent drop in interest rates has opened up the possibility of big savings on your monthly payments. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 16:42:41 GMT)

Ameritrust Mortgage Selects MindBox Power Portal http://www.mindbox.com
Vancouver, BC, November 6, 2006--(T-Net)--Ameritrust Mortgage, a nationally recognized mortgage lender based in Charlotte, NC, has deployed MindBox Power Portal and an ASAP system from MindBox®, a leader in information solutions for automating complex business and decision processes, the company announced today. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 16:53:19 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, 06 Nov 2006 17:37:19 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, 06 Nov 2006 17:55:15 GMT)

Your Money Matters: Say 'I Do' to Home Buying
(ARA) - Getting married marks a huge milestone for many people who have spent years dreaming about being a husband or wife. Another major milestone that often follows marriage is the first "big" purchase, which is typically buying a home. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 18:56:06 GMT)

ACPT Completes Refinancing of St. Charles Apartment Property
American Community Properties Trust announced today that the Company has completed the refinancing of one of its St. Charles-based apartment properties. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 19:23:00 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, 06 Nov 2006 20:09:16 GMT)

How to Determine if it's Time to Refinance
(ARA) - Who wouldn't enjoy a break on their monthly mortgage payment? On the other hand, how can you be sure the timing is right to refinance ? Are the rates and the current mortgage market the best indicators? (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:09:56 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, 06 Nov 2006 20:11:08 GMT)

Two locally owned and operated mortgage companies have announced a merger.
Allegiance H&K Mortgage Group LLC. The merger will allow the new company to better serve home buyers in the Huntington area as well as the surrounding counties, owners said. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:20:17 GMT)

Mortgage fraud under attack
Last week, a judge handed down a ruling in a mortgage fraud case that has the press going crazy and the banks getting nervous. A couple owned a condominium. They did not have a mortgage. One day, their tax bill arrived. To their confusion, the name on the tax bill was not theirs. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:39:16 GMT)

Citi in Top Three for Mortgage Originations
ST. LOUIS----Citigroup ranked number three in mortgage originations in the latest rankings published by Inside Mortgage Finance. In the third quarter of 2006, Citi originated $49 billion in mortgage loans, in the face of a continued industry decline. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:47:00 GMT)

If You Have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage, Why You Need to Refinance Now
(ARA) - When you signed up for that adjustable rate loan a few years back, it probably seemed like a deal too good to pass up. But fast forward to the present, and you're probably starting to get a little nervous. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:55:10 GMT)

If You Have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage, Why You Need to Refinance Now
(ARA) - When you signed up for that adjustable rate loan a few years back, it probably seemed like a deal too good to pass up. But fast forward to the present, and you're probably starting to get a little nervous. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 20:56:50 GMT)

State mortgage fraud task force cites four local firms
(Crain's) -- An ongoing state crackdown on mortgage fraud found four Chicago-area companies using unlicensed individuals to process loan documents, a violation of state law. The Mortgage Fraud Task Force, which has been conducting unannounced inspections since March, recently visited 30 ... (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 21:43:27 GMT)

Action 9: Consumers Question Offer Of Very Low Mortgage Interest Rates
Some consumers claim they were misled by a mortgage company that offered the cheapest rates in town and those consumers are now turning to the state for help. Government Mortgage Advice Company's Response To Consumer VIDEO: Consumers Question Low Rates (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 21:55:04 GMT)

1st Century Bank, N.A. Announces Strong Loan Growth and Margin Expansion for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2006
LOS ANGELES----1st Century Bank, N.A. announced today that strong loan growth and an expanding net interest margin provided an increase in the third quarter net interest income. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 22:00:00 GMT)

Block may sell mortgage unit, lowers earnings forecast
H&R Block Inc. is considering selling its Option One Mortgage Corp. and has lowered its fiscal 2007 earnings forecast because of mortgage pricing pressures and lower-than expected mortgage loan originations. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 22:38:12 GMT)

H&R Block Considers Mortgage Unit Sale
H&R Block Inc. announced Monday that it is considering a sale of Option One, the tax preparation company's struggling mortgage subsidiary. (Mon, 06 Nov 2006 23:00:38 GMT)

H&R considers sale of Irvine mortgage unit, will close mortgage branches
H&R Block said it may sell Irvine-based Option One Mortgage, which is closing one-third of its branches. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 00:15:04 GMT)

H&R Block Cuts 2007 Forecast, May Sell Mortgage Unit (Update4)
Nov. 6 (Bloomberg) -- H&R Block Inc. may sell its mortgage unit and will close more than a third of its branches amid a slump in U.S. home sales. The company slashed the top end of its earnings forecast for the current fiscal year by 22 percent. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 00:48:59 GMT)

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Is Now the Time to Refinance? With a barrage of conflicting reports on the housing market and mortgage rates, here are some tips you can use to weigh the pros and cons of refinancing. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 00:50:36 GMT)

Associations trying to make all mortgage lenders subject to the same rules
Nontraditional mortgage products, such as interest only and payment option adjustable-rate mortgages, are a driving force for homeownership in San Diego County and elsewhere statewide. However, choosing such products equates to increased financial risk, consumer responsibility and more opportunities for abusive lending practices. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 01:12:16 GMT)

Homeowners fall victim to alleged mortgage fraud
Florida leads the nation in the number of home foreclosures, and consumer advocates warn we're also at the top of the list in mortgage loan frau... After weeks of being bombarded by negative ads, are voters so turned off they'll stay away from the polls? Both parties are working the pho... (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 01:14:13 GMT)

Is Now the Time to Refinance?
With a barrage of conflicting reports on the housing market and mortgage rates, here are some tips you can use to weigh the pros and cons of refinancing. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 01:21:32 GMT)

Mortgage Fraud Up 35 Percent, Report Says
WASHINGTON - The once-booming housing market and rising popularity of nontraditional home loans have produced an unwanted byproduct: a 35 percent increase in suspected mortgage fraud. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 04:11:46 GMT)

Three On Your Side Investigates: Signs of Mortgage Flipping
Scores of Mississippi homeowners are finding out they have been dupped by mortgage flippers. The latest report by the Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, known as FinCen indicates suspected mortgage fraud is up 35% nationwide in the first quarter of this year. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 05:04:31 GMT)

Regulation of mortgage industry needed, peak body says
A peak mortgage industry body has called for national laws to rid the industry of operators who prey on vulnerable home buyers. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 06:17:00 GMT)

Mortgage industry watchdog to crackdown on loan sharks
ELEANOR HALL: Yesterday, The World Today brought you the story of the miserable and sad end of the property boom in some Australian cities. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 08:10:11 GMT)

Mortgage Brokers Implement Trust-Based Marketing Strategy
"Trust" is frequently the missing ingredient in the mortgage industry. New trust-based marketing strategies prove successful for mortgage loan brokers and loan officers trying to differentiate their services. (PRWeb Nov 7, 2006) Trackback URI: http://www.prweb.com/zingpr.php/U3VtbS1Mb3ZlLUNvdXAtUGlnZy1NYWduLVplcm8= (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 08:21:44 GMT)

£1MILLION FIRST-HOME
FIRST-TIME buyers will have to pay £1million for a home in 20 years' time if house-price inflation does not slow, a building society study found. The loan would be seven times the average salary. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 08:36:45 GMT)

Kelly Zuccarelli of American Advantage Mortgage Company Hosts Radio Program on WOBM Radio, 92.7 FM Forked River, NJ
Kelly Zuccarelli of American Advantage Mortgage Company hosts radio program, Kelly Zuccarelli's Mortgage Advantage, on WOBM, 92.7 FM. The segment will be airing every Tuesday morning at 8:05 AM during "The Ocean County Breakfast Show" featuring Shawn Michaels and Sue Moll. (PRWeb Nov 7, 2006) Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/chachingpr.php/RmFsdS1GYWx1LVNpbmctUGlnZy1NYWduLVplcm8= (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 08:40:48 GMT)

Debt warning as the biggest lender offers 125pc mortgage
Britain's biggest mortgage lender has come under fire over plans to launch a controversial 125 per cent mortgage. The new deal would plunge people instantly into a negative equity crisis, where the size of their mortgage is bigger than the value of their home. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 09:04:07 GMT)

The Exchange signs Mortgage Broking Services to Exweb portal
THE EXCHANGE, provider of e-commerce services to over 24,000 advisers, today announced that Mortgage Broking Services Ltd (MBSL) has chosen the Exweb portal service as its preferred ... (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 09:41:12 GMT)

ING branches out with SOA mortgage app
ING Direct has completed "its most complex IT project to date" using an onshore and offshore programming team from Capgemini to support the bank's move to become a mortgage provider. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 10:23:39 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, 07 Nov 2006 10:25:38 GMT)

Mortgage Brokers Implement Trust-Based Marketing Strategy
(PRWEB) November 7, 2006 -- A quick search of on-line news for the phrase "mortgage brokers" generates a long list of articles about legal actions targeting the mortgage loan industry. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 12:00:00 GMT)

Kelly Zuccarelli of American Advantage Mortgage Company Hosts Radio Program on WOBM Radio, 92.7 FM Forked River, NJ
(PRWEB) November 7, 2006 -- Kelly Zuccarelli of American Advantage Mortgage Company hosts radio program, Kelly Zuccarelli's Mortgage Advantage, on WOBM, 92. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 12:00:00 GMT)

New care home means extra beds to tackle city's shortage
A NEW multi-million pound private care home is set to open in the Capital, creating 88 new beds for elderly patients and up to 120 jobs. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 12:22:51 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, 07 Nov 2006 12:25:25 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, 07 Nov 2006 12:26:55 GMT)

Daughter can help pay loan
DEAR BRUCE: I took out a $40,000 student loan for my daughter, which I am repaying at $530 a month for 20 years. I now realize this was a mistake, since I am single and only 47 years old. This is a tax-deductible loan. I have about $100,000 in my 401(k). Should I take the $40,000 out of my 401(k) and repay myself? - G.M., via e-mail (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 12:29:03 GMT)

Block may sell struggling mortgage unit
H&R Block Inc. said Monday that it is considering a sale of Option One, the tax preparation company's struggling mortgage subsidiary. Block, which is based in Kansas City, Mo., said it is also considering other alternatives for Option One, although a spokesman declined to elaborate. However, Block said the subsidiary will close 12 of its branch offices in the next four months, allowing it to (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 14:32:15 GMT)

American Mortgage Pays Special Dividend
Real estate investment trust American Mortgage Acceptance Co. on Tuesday declared a one-time dividend of $1.40 per share to shareholders of record as of Nov. 30. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 15:11:19 GMT)

CarCap Auto Finance Inc. Selects Curomax for Internet-Based Loan Origination Capabilities
Curomax Canada Inc., a leader in dealer finance e-commerce solutions and the originator of the premier multi-asset finance portal in North America, is pleased to announce that CarCap Auto Finance Inc., subsidiary of the Kaptor Group, has entered into an agreement to offer its automotive financing services through the Curomax Internet loan origination platform. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 15:28:00 GMT)

H&R Block may sell Option One mortgage unit
H&R Block Inc. is considering selling its Option One Mortgage Corp. and has lowered its fiscal 2007 earnings forecast because of mortgage pricing pressures and lower-than expected mortgage loan originations. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 15:36:39 GMT)

Beware 2 percent mortgage deals, say experts
LONDON (Reuters) - Homeowners have been warned against being seduced by mortgage interest rates of as little as 2 percent, just days before the Bank of England is expected to raise the base rate. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 15:52:59 GMT)

Bad Credit and Home Refinance
(ARA) - Mortgage rates are at historic lows, and it seems like everyone's jumping on the refinance bandwagon these days. But is it really a good idea for people with bad credit? (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 16:26:15 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, 07 Nov 2006 16:40:27 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, 07 Nov 2006 17:39:45 GMT)

Your Money Matters: Say 'I Do' to Home Buying
(ARA) - Getting married marks a huge milestone for many people who have spent years dreaming about being a husband or wife. Another major milestone that often follows marriage is the first "big" purchase, which is typically buying a home. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 17:40:05 GMT)

H&R Block Shares Jump on Possible Mortgage-Unit Sale (Update2)
Nov. 7 (Bloomberg) -- Shares of H&R Block Inc., the largest U.S. tax preparer, gained the most in almost a year after the company said it may sell or spin off its money-losing mortgage business. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 18:58:51 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, 07 Nov 2006 19:53:40 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. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 19:54:20 GMT)

H&R Block considers sale, other options for mortgage business
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - H&R Block Inc. announced Monday that it is considering a possible sale of Option One, its once-vibrant mortgage subsidiary that has been struggling in recent months. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 20:50:38 GMT)

If You Have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage, Why You Need to Refinance Now
(ARA) - When you signed up for that adjustable rate loan a few years back, it probably seemed like a deal too good to pass up. But fast forward to the present, and you're probably starting to get a little nervous. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 20:55:54 GMT)

Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis Outlook Revised to Stable; Rating Affirmed
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services affirmed its "AAA/A-1+" counterparty credit rating on the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis . The outlook was revised to stable from negative. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 21:10:57 GMT)

If You Have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage, Why You Need to Refinance Now
(ARA) - When you signed up for that adjustable rate loan a few years back, it probably seemed like a deal too good to pass up. But fast forward to the present, and you're probably starting to get a little nervous. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 21:26:10 GMT)

New York Mortgage Trust Reports Third Quarter 2006 Results
New York Mortgage Trust, Inc. , a self-advised residential mortgage finance company organized as a real estate investment trust for federal income tax purposes, today reported results for the quarter ended September 30, 2006. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 21:30:00 GMT)

H&R Block Shares Jump on Possible Mortgage-Unit Sale (Update3)
Nov. 7 (Bloomberg) -- Shares of H&R Block Inc., the largest U.S. tax preparer, gained the most in almost a year after the company said it may sell or spin off its money-losing mortgage business. (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 21:34:25 GMT)

Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago Announces Board of Directors Election Results
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago announces the following changes to its Board of Directors, which become effective on January 1, 2007: (Tue, 07 Nov 2006 21:52:00 GMT)

WDAM-TV sports director testifies in mortgage fraud trial
WDAM-TV Sports Director Mitch Williams was among the witnesses testifying this afternoon in the mortgage flipping trial of Richard Lucas, Kimberly Castle and Kenneth Stalnaker. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:25:15 GMT)

PHH Mortgage Takes Control of Development
Case Study: A leader in private-label mortgage lending updates its systems with Borland tools. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:25:50 GMT)

Your Money Matters: Say 'I Do' to Home Buying
(ARA) - Getting married marks a huge milestone for many people who have spent years dreaming about being a husband or wife. Another major milestone that often follows marriage is the first "big" purchase, which is typically buying a home. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 01:54:56 GMT)

MSPs' mortgage allowance to be reviewed
HOLYROOD managers are to review the controversial housing system which allows MSPs to claim back mortgage payments from the taxpayer, it emerged last night. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 02:01:46 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, 08 Nov 2006 03:29:46 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. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 03:30:57 GMT)

Home buyers locked out of market
FIRST home buyers and renters are in danger of being locked out of Australia's property market with another interest rate rise set to jeopardise housing affordability and send rents higher. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 03:48:22 GMT)

Ditech.com mortgage is adding Tempe jobs
Ditech.com, the online mortgage giant behind those ubiquitous TV ads, has quietly set up shop in the Valley with roughly 150 employees. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 03:52:24 GMT)

H&R Block's shares closer higher over plan to let go of mortgage unit
Shares of H&R Block Inc., the largest U.S. tax preparer, gained the most in almost a year after the Kansas City, Mo., company said it may sell or spin off its money-losing mortgage business. Block said it would shut 12 of 33 branch offices at its Option One Mortgage Corp. within four months and would look at options for the rest, including a sale or spin-off. The company reported its largest loss (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 08:01:38 GMT)

Families feeling the pinch of latest rate rise
ELEANOR HALL: Some of those families who tightened their household budgets after the previous interest rate rises are now looking at refinancing. Vaughan Jones lives on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, and has a mortgage of $217,000. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 08:10:30 GMT)

Crossley makes loan exit
Fulham manager Chris Coleman has allowed veteran goalkeeper Mark Crossley to join Sheffield Wednesday on loan until January 2007. The 37-year-old former Wales international has not played for the Cottagers this season after suffering an injury at the start of the campaign. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 09:29:07 GMT)

Be wary of gimmicky strategies for paying off your mortgage
When my wife, Georgina, and I paid off our $100,000 mortgage early 19 years ago, we saved $97,468.70 in interest. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 09:43:07 GMT)

Bad Credit and Home Refinance
(ARA) - Mortgage rates are at historic lows, and it seems like everyone's jumping on the refinance bandwagon these days. But is it really a good idea for people with bad credit? (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 10:25:09 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, 08 Nov 2006 10:25:29 GMT)

Refinance or reverse mortgage?
With only Social Security as income, a refinance would be tough to get, says Dr. Don. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 11:00:00 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. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 11:13:00 GMT)

Bank of Beijing reports drop in bad loan ratio
TIANJIN, China, Nov 8 (Reuters) - Bank of Beijing, in which Dutch lender ING holds a 19.9 percent stake, said on Wednesday its non-performing loan ratio had dropped to less than 4 percent at the end of September from 4.06 percent in June. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 11:24:40 GMT)

Wednesday secure Crossley loan
New Sheffield Wednesday manager Brian Laws has signed Fulham goalkeeper Mark Crossley on loan. The Owls have secured the experienced former Nottingham Forest keeper's services up to and including the home game against Hull on January 1. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 11:27:00 GMT)

Mortgage applications increase last week: MBA
U.S. mortgage applications rose sharply last week, reflecting a surge in home refinancing loans as interest rates remained near recent lows, an industry trade group said on Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 12:10:43 GMT)

Home loan demand rises as refinancing surges
U.S. mortgage applications rose sharply last week, reflecting a surge in home refinancing loans as interest rates remained near recent lows, an industry trade group said on Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 12:13:53 GMT)

Mortgage applications increase last week: MBA
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. mortgage applications rose sharply last week, reflecting a surge in home refinancing loans as interest rates remained near recent lows, an industry trade group said on Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 12:18:54 GMT)

Refinance or reverse mortgage?
Dear Dr. Don, I am checking out whether to refinance or take a reverse mortgage. I will be 79 in January and live on my Social Security income. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 12:44:05 GMT)

Mortgage applications jump in latest week
WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) -- The volume of mortgage applications at major U.S. banks rose sharply last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 12:48:58 GMT)

Is a 52-year mortgage a wise idea?
LONDON (Reuters) - Gone are the days of the maximum 25-year mortgage; these days homeowners can repay their home loan over as much as 52 years. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 13:07:53 GMT)

Mortgage loan officer joins Ocoee location
First Home Loans of Osceola, a Pinnacle Financial Corporation, announced last month that Annie Calderon joined the company as a mortgage loan officer at the Ocoee branch, located at 1575 Silver Star Road. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 13:10:03 GMT)

Rate rise expected to hit mortgage holders hard
MARK COLVIN: Welfare agencies are bracing for a flood of new work after today's rates rise. Its six years since interest rates were this high, and more than 10 years since they were higher, and during those 10 years mortgage debt has nearly doubled. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 13:10:50 GMT)

If You Have an Adjustable Rate Mortgage, Why You Need to Refinance Now
(ARA) - When you signed up for that adjustable rate loan a few years back, it probably seemed like a deal too good to pass up. But fast forward to the present, and you're probably starting to get a little nervous. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 15:25:42 GMT)

Mortgage applications see big rise
U.S. mortgage applications rose last week as interest rates came in mixed, an industry trade group's data showed Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 15:50:17 GMT)

ECONOMIC REPORT: Mortgage Applications Jump In Latest Week
WASHINGTON (Dow Jones) -- The volume of mortgage applications at major U.S. banks rose sharply last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 15:53:06 GMT)

U.S. Mortgage applications rose
Moldova.ORG -- U.S. mortgage applications rose sharply last week, reflecting a surge in home refinancing loans as interest rates remained near recent lows, an industry trade group said on Wednesday. The Mortgage Bankers Association said its seasonally adjusted index of mortgage application activity, which includes both refinancing and purchasing loans, increased 8.8 percent to 620.9 for the week (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 16:17:40 GMT)

Home loan demand rises as mortgage refinancing surges
Mortgage applications rose sharply last week, reflecting a surge in refinancing loans as interest rates remained near recent lows, an industry trade group said Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 16:52:42 GMT)

Bad Credit and Home Refinance
(ARA) - Mortgage rates are at historic lows, and it seems like everyone's jumping on the refinance bandwagon these days. But is it really a good idea for people with bad credit? (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 16:55:05 GMT)

Mortgage Applications Jump on Lower Recent Interest Rates
Interest rates remained below recent highs, fueling a leap in mortgage applications last week. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 17:43:48 GMT)

RSA Mortgage to close
About 130 employees at RSA's Amherst mortgage unit will lose their jobs early next year when RSA Mortgage Solutions Inc. shuts down Jan. 5. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 18:11:20 GMT)

Fed's Moskow: No Overall Rise In Home Loan Delinquencies
MUNCIE, Indiana -(Dow Jones)- Despite the rise in interest rates and the slowdown in the U.S. housing market, overall home loan delinquencies haven't increased, though it's an issue that the Federal Reserve is watching closely, the head of the Fed's Chicago branch said Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Nov 2006 18:37:46 GMT)

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