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Home buying eased by 'hybrid agents'
Some Valley Realtors are on the cusp of a new trend to help simplify the process of buying a home, selling one, securing loans and setting up mortgages. They are becoming ''hybrid agents,'' professionals who double as Realtors and loan officers to offer combined real estate and mortgage services. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 04:25:13 GMT)
Want to go without wind? Good luck on your mortgage, banks say
Consumers might want to go without wind coverage, and may decide on a higher deductible in return for lower rates, but mortgage companies could keep these options from producing what the Florida Legislature wants: lower property insurance rates for all consumers. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 05:16:04 GMT)
States target troubled mortgage firm
HARTFORD, Conn. – Banking regulators in several states took action Friday that could result in tens of millions of dollars in fines against a troubled Connecticut-based mortgage lender that works primarily with people with poor credit. ... - By DAVE COLLINS The Associated Press (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 05:18:03 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. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 05:26:13 GMT)
Mortgage rates edge up for week
WASHINGTON -- Rates on 30-year mortgages rose this week to the highest level in nine weeks as financial markets reacted to a series of more upbeat financial reports. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 07:50:57 GMT)
SUBPRIME MORTGAGE LOANS: Charlotte home lender sold to British bank
EquiFirst Corp., a Charlotte mortgage lender that ranks among the nation's largest specialists in loans with high interest rates, is trading parent companies. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 08:17:29 GMT)
Modern home loans costly, complex
At 64 and looking toward retirement next year, Willie Lee Howard agreed to refinance his duplex in Washington, D. C., thinking a fixed-rate loan... (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 08:23:43 GMT)
State to Mortgage Lenders: No new loans
As a result of a temporary cease-and-desist order, Mortgage Lenders Network USA Inc. is no longer able to issue loans. The Middletown-based company received the order from the Connecticut banking commissioner Fri-day. The national company could also be fined more than $7 million. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 08:52:39 GMT)
Do You Have Credit Problems? Yes, You Can Still Refinance
(ARA) - If you have bad credit or a low FICO score, you're no doubt doing everything possible to turn things around. But if you have an adjustable rate mortgage (ARM), paying off your debts and cleaning up your credit is about to get a whole lot harder. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 10:33:55 GMT)
Ex-police officer sentenced for role in loan fraud
INDIANAPOLIS -- A former patrolman who moonlighted as a home appraiser has been sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for his role in a mortgage-fraud scheme that illegally inflated home loans. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 10:48:17 GMT)
Former youth pastor gets term in mortgage scheme
WHITE PLAINS - A former Westchester youth pastor convicted of duping church members to invest in a phony mortgage scheme was sentenced to almost four years in prison yesterday and ordered to pay about a half-million dollars in restitution, court officials said. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 10:57:27 GMT)
A lesson in turning the tables on solicitors
Spam doesn't just occur on the Internet. The professor is plagued by old-fashioned snail-mail spam and, in spite of recent strictures against telemarketing, annoying phone calls at dinnertime from people who are taking political surveys, holding out a tin cup for alms, just dying to refinance the old mortgage and even selling stuff. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 11:11:34 GMT)
Consumer Loan And Savings Rates
A sampling of financial institutions was asked to quote the most recent lowest annual percentage rates they would charge a new loan customer with an annual income from $30,000 to $35,000 and good credit standing. Qualifications for borrowing and finance charges vary among institutions. Rates may differ from branch to branch. Some institutions provide lower rates to existing customers. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 11:21:02 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. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 11:43:57 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. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 13:07:17 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? (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 13:07:27 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. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 13:26:02 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? (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 13:26:12 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. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 13:52:39 GMT)
30-year mortgage rate at highest level since November
WASHINGTON (AP) - Rates on 30-year mortgages rose this week to the highest level in nine weeks as financial markets reacted to a series of more upbeat financial reports. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 17:13:05 GMT)
Don't Forget to Tap Your Mortgage for Valuable Tax Deductions
(ARA) - If you're a homeowner, it's always a good idea to make sure you haven't missed any tax deductions. You may not be able to take all of these deductions, so please check with your tax advisor. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 18:53:45 GMT)
Mortgage rates present opportunities
NEWARK — A change in the mortgage rate market is allowing some Licking County residents to save money, find a securer rate or both. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 19:25:55 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. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 20:33:46 GMT)
Don't Refinance Your Home to Pay Off Credit Card Debt - There's a Better Way
(ARA) - Ever received one of those offers in the mail that seems like the solution to all your problems? It may have said, "Your home is an untapped resource. Refinance your loan with us and you'll get quick cash to buy a car, fund college or pay off your credit card debt." (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 20:35:27 GMT)
First Independent sheds mortgage company as part of strategic plan
First Independent President and Chairman William J. Firstenburg announced today that the bank has sold its Bellevue, Wash.-based First Independent Mortgage Company to New York City-based Legacy Holdings Group LLC. (Sat, 20 Jan 2007 23:37:07 GMT)
Fixed-rate mortgage deals disappearing
MORTGAGE providers are falling over each other in the rush to pull fixed-rate deals in the wake of the surprise Bank of England interest rate rise. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 00:27:48 GMT)
Law Puts Cap On Interest Payday Loan Centers Can Charge Military
A new national law aims to keep military men and women debt-free by restricting payday loan centers. The law, passed in December, limits the annual interest payday and quick loan centers can charge servicemen. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 01:01:52 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, 21 Jan 2007 02:03:05 GMT)
Time to Reconsider Home Mortgages
Home buyers thought they could put their house under their pillow and let the tooth fairy raise its value while they slept. Too bad. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 02:39:10 GMT)
Mortgage rates increase to highest level since mid-Nov.
Rates on 30-year mortgages rose this week to the highest level in nine weeks as financial markets reacted to a series of more upbeat financial reports. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 05:05:03 GMT)
Uncalled-for mortgage fees fueled by referral agents
Every consumer taking a home mortgage today pays a tax in unnecessary charges for the various third-party services required to deliver the mortgage. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:55:32 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. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 07:01:05 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, 21 Jan 2007 07:01:26 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, 21 Jan 2007 07:40:41 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. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 07:41:01 GMT)
Valley fighting mortgage fraud wave
A wave of mortgage fraud is rippling through pockets of the Valley, inflating home values through scams called cash-back deals. {v} The scam | How it affects the consumer{v} Cracking down | Valley real estate blog (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 08:37:04 GMT)
Costly glitch points up the risks of paying mortgage online
Question: For the last few years, I have been paying my mortgage online each month. I always included an extra $100 to $500 principal payment. However, my mortgage was recently sold to a new loan servicer and I discovered all my extra mortgage-principal payments have been credited to my escrow account, which is supposed to pay my property taxes and homeowner's insurance when they come due. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 08:39:19 GMT)
Don't Forget to Tap Your Mortgage for Valuable Tax Deductions
(ARA) - If you're a homeowner, it's always a good idea to make sure you haven't missed any tax deductions. You may not be able to take all of these deductions, so please check with your tax advisor. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 08:44:19 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? (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 08:44:49 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, 21 Jan 2007 08:44:59 GMT)
Getting a Mortgage with Bad Credit
(ARA) - Having bad credit is not the end of the world and it's not impossible to get a loan. Generally, credit scores below 600 are considered sub-prime and the lower your credit score, the harder it will be for you to secure a mortgage. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 08:45:09 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? (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 11:16:46 GMT)
Mortgage rate change benefitting many area residents
NEWARK -- A change in the mortgage rate market is allowing some Licking County residents to save money, find a securer rate or both. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 12:27:25 GMT)
What Every Home Buyer Should Ask Themselves
(ARA) - Buying your first home can be a stressful experience, and considering it will most likely be the largest single purchase of your life, it's smart to be educated about the process. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 13:07:27 GMT)
Farewell to ARMs
Brian and Lisa Wilcock looked at mortgage interest rates four years ago, did the math and came up with a plan: Because they intended to move in three years, they'd refinance their 30-year fixed-rate mortgage into a three-year adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) at a lower interest rate and save hundreds of dollars a month. It worked -- for a while. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 14:18:37 GMT)
30-year mortgage rate at highest level since November
WASHINGTON (AP) - Rates on 30-year mortgages rose this week to the highest level in nine weeks as financial markets reacted to a series of more upbeat financial reports. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 14:58:28 GMT)
Don't Forget to Tap Your Mortgage for Valuable Tax Deductions
(ARA) - If you're a homeowner, it's always a good idea to make sure you haven't missed any tax deductions. You may not be able to take all of these deductions, so please check with your tax advisor. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 20:30:12 GMT)
Data releases unlikely to ease interest rate concerns
British homeowners are wondering just how much further their mortgage payments will rise after the Bank of England's surprise decision to raise interest rates to 5.25 per cent. This week's data releases are likely to provide little comfort. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 20:30:19 GMT)
What Every Home Buyer Should Ask Themselves
(ARA) - Buying your first home can be a stressful experience, and considering it will most likely be the largest single purchase of your life, it's smart to be educated about the process. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 20:51:59 GMT)
Getting a Mortgage with Bad Credit
(ARA) - Having bad credit is not the end of the world and it's not impossible to get a loan. Generally, credit scores below 600 are considered sub-prime and the lower your credit score, the harder it will be for you to secure a mortgage. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 20:52:16 GMT)
Foreclosures: A Real Boom for Investors
(ARA) - The climate is ripe for an increase in the number of American homes going into foreclosure. Interest rates are on the rise, mortgage payments are continuing to increase and home values are staying stagnant in some places and falling in others. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 20:52:26 GMT)
More homeowners are refinancing to tap equity
CHICAGO (MarketWatch) -- People looking to extract equity from their homes have increasingly been turning to cash-out refinancing, industry observers say. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 20:54:38 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, 21 Jan 2007 21:00:01 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. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 21:00:07 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, 21 Jan 2007 21:01:05 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, 21 Jan 2007 21:01:06 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? (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 22:09:09 GMT)
Don't Forget to Tap Your Mortgage for Valuable Tax Deductions
(ARA) - If you're a homeowner, it's always a good idea to make sure you haven't missed any tax deductions. You may not be able to take all of these deductions, so please check with your tax advisor. (Sun, 21 Jan 2007 23:00:02 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, 22 Jan 2007 00:27:37 GMT)
Virgin entices home loan customers
Announcing the initiative at Sydney's Walsh Bay, Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson said the move was motivated by a recent Sensis survey showing holidays were being cancelled because of higher mortgage repayments. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 01:48:29 GMT)
Virgin entices home loan customers
VIRGIN Money has signalled its intention to muscle in on the Australian home loan market by offering new customers two free economy class airfares on Virgin Blue. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 01:51:59 GMT)
What Every Home Buyer Should Ask Themselves
(ARA) - Buying your first home can be a stressful experience, and considering it will most likely be the largest single purchase of your life, it's smart to be educated about the process. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 02:19:05 GMT)
Foreclosures: A Real Boom for Investors
(ARA) - The climate is ripe for an increase in the number of American homes going into foreclosure. Interest rates are on the rise, mortgage payments are continuing to increase and home values are staying stagnant in some places and falling in others. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 02:24:56 GMT)
Mentors giving some smart tips to young people
Three years ago, Stormy Wolfe was surfing the internal Web site at Federal Home Bank Loan of Pittsburgh and came across Mentoring Minds, a program the company supports that puts its employees in contact with local high school students. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 05:06:21 GMT)
Citigroup to buy ABN AMRO Mortgage Group
Citigroup said on Monday it will buy ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, an originator and servicer of U.S. prime residential mortgage loans that is a unit of LaSalle Bank Corp and ABN AMRO Bank NV . (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 07:24:14 GMT)
New "Rate Relief" Mortgage Program Offers Discounted Rates as Low as 4% on Fixed Rate, Zero-Down Home Loans
Katz Mortgage Team, www.KatzMortgageTeam.net, of Amtrust Mortgage Corporation, is excited to announce a new mortgage program called "Rate Relief," which offers borrowers a discounted interest rate for the first two years of their home loan. This program can be used with a variety of loan products including 15- and 30-year fixed, interest only and Zero-down loans. (PRWeb Jan 22, 2007) Post ... (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 08:16:00 GMT)
Citigroup buys mortgage business
US bank Citigroup buys ABN Amro's mortgage arm to boost its consumer lending business. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 08:44:37 GMT)
Citigroup to buy ABN AMRO Mortgage Group
Citigroup said on Monday it will buy ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, an originator and servicer of U.S. prime residential mortgage loans that is a unit of LaSalle Bank Corp and ABN AMRO Bank NV . (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 08:52:51 GMT)
Rising ARM rates may affect economy
Homeowners are looking at a 25 percent rise in payments unless they refinance, one expert says. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 10:16:04 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, 22 Jan 2007 10:17:58 GMT)
BOOK BARES BUBBA'S TROUBLE$ AT HOME
Bill Clinton was red-faced after taking a call on a golf course telling him a bank loan needed to buy his Chappaqua home had fallen through. Clinton got the bad news while on a family vacation upstate in 1999, writes Terry McAuliffe in his new... (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 10:28:33 GMT)
Citigroup to buy ABN Amro mortgage unit for estimated $3 bln
LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Citigroup on Monday agreed to buy ABN Amro's Mortgage Group for an estimated $3 billion, a deal that will give the world's largest bank another 1.5 million customers. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 10:39:44 GMT)
VTB 24 plans to securitize mortgage loans in Sept-Oct
MOSCOW. Jan 22 (Interfax) - VTB 24 is planning to securitize mortgage loans for upwards of $500 million in September-October, Mikhail Zadornov, the bank's president and CEO, said at a Monday press conference in Moscow. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 11:19:52 GMT)
Heritage Oaks Bancorp Earns $1.6 Million in Fourth Quarter, With Loan Portfolio Increasing 21 Percent
PASO ROBLES, Calif., Jan. 22, 2007 -- Heritage Oaks Bancorp , the parent company of Heritage Oaks Bank, today reported preliminary fourth quarter profits highlighting outstanding loan growth on a year over year basis. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 11:30:00 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, 22 Jan 2007 11:31:17 GMT)
The Home Buying Process: Step by Step
(ARA) - Buying a home can be a very intimidating process, especially if you've never done it before. So the first thing you should do before you start is to figure out whether owning a home is right for you. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 11:33:10 GMT)
Citi expands mortgage biz
Dutch bank ABN Amro Holding NV said Monday it will sell its U.S. Mortgage Group business to Citigroup Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Analyst Jacob Bosscha at SNS Securities estimated ABN Amro's book gain on the sale will be about $200 million. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 11:41:08 GMT)
New "Rate Relief" Mortgage Program Offers Discounted Rates as Low as 4% on Fixed Rate, Zero-Down Home Loans
Atlanta, GA (PRWeb) January 22, 2007 -- Katz Mortgage Team, www. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:00:00 GMT)
ABN Amro Sells U.S. Mortgage Unit
Dutch bank ABN Amro Holding NV said Monday it will sell its U.S. Mortgage Group business to Citigroup Inc. for an undisclosed amount. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:12:50 GMT)
A Federal Home Loan Bank Selects Trintech's AssureNET GL to Further Streamline Reconciliation Processes
Trintech Group Plc , a leading provider of financial software and technology services specializing in transaction verification, reconciliation management, process automation, and compliance, today announced that a major wholesale financial institution based in the central United States has selected AssureNET GL to automate their account reconciliation program and to increase efficiencies in ... (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:30:00 GMT)
Foreclosures: A Real Boom for Investors
(ARA) - The climate is ripe for an increase in the number of American homes going into foreclosure. Interest rates are on the rise, mortgage payments are continuing to increase and home values are staying stagnant in some places and falling in others. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:36:18 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, 22 Jan 2007 12:36:38 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, 22 Jan 2007 12:36:48 GMT)
Thread: loans and mortgage leads
I have a couple of unsecured, secured, remortgage, and mortgage leads. If your intrested in this please do let me know. Ideally i would like to pass them on a commission basis and i can start passing them on ASAP as i do have clients who require these services. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:40:18 GMT)
ABN Amro sells U.S. mortgage activities to Citigroup
AMSTERDAM — Dutch bank ABN Amro Holding NV said Monday it will sell its U.S. Mortgage Group business to Citigroup Inc. for an undisclosed amount. ABN said the Mortgage Group's businesses are being sold in part because they are conducted through third-party brokers. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:46:07 GMT)
Citigroup to buy ABN mortgage unit
The company said it will buy about $9 billion in net asset and nearly $224 billion of the unit's mortgage-servicing portfolio. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:56:32 GMT)
Citigroup Acquires ABN Amro Mortgage Group For Undisclosed Sum
This morning Citigroup and ABN Amro announced the sale of ABN Amro's Mortgage Group to Citigroup for an undisclosed sum. The deal will give CitiMortgage Inc. another 1.5 million customers while adding another 2,500 wholesale brokers to its operations making it the fourth largest U.S. mortgage loan services company as well as the third largest [... ] (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 13:16:49 GMT)
Citigroup to Buy ABN Amro Mortgage Group
Financial services provider Citigroup Inc. said Monday that it is purchasing ABN Amro Mortgage Group, a unit of Dutch bank ABN Amro Bank N.V. and its LaSalle Bank Corp. subsidiary. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 13:37:04 GMT)
Citigroup to buy ABN AMRO's mortgage group
The biggest U.S. bank said it had agreed to buy ABN AMRO's American mortgage business. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 13:48:44 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, 22 Jan 2007 14:28:57 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, 22 Jan 2007 14:35:22 GMT)
ABN Amro sells U.S. mortgage activities to Citigroup
Dutch bank ABN Amro Holding said Monday it will sell its U.S. Mortgage Group business to Citigroup (C) for an undisclosed amount. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 14:47:58 GMT)
30-year mortgage rate at highest level since November
WASHINGTON (AP) - Rates on 30-year mortgages rose this week to the highest level in nine weeks as financial markets reacted to a series of more upbeat financial reports. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 15:16:35 GMT)
Citigroup buys Ann Arbor-based mortgage group
Citigroup Inc. has acquired the Ann Arbor-based mortgage unit of ABN Amro, Bloomberg News reported today. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 15:42:58 GMT)
What Every Home Buyer Should Ask Themselves
(ARA) - Buying your first home can be a stressful experience, and considering it will most likely be the largest single purchase of your life, it's smart to be educated about the process. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 16:07:10 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, 22 Jan 2007 16:07:48 GMT)
Foreclosures: A Real Boom for Investors
(ARA) - The climate is ripe for an increase in the number of American homes going into foreclosure. Interest rates are on the rise, mortgage payments are continuing to increase and home values are staying stagnant in some places and falling in others. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 16:30:34 GMT)
New Website Highlights Benefits of Private Mortgage Insurance
Mortgage Insurance Companies of America today launched a colorful and interactive new website -- http://www.PrivateMI.com -- featuring images and information designed to raise awareness of the benefits of private mortgage insurance , including the fact that for the first time premiums are tax deductible in 2007. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 17:00:00 GMT)
Don't Refinance Your Home to Pay Off Credit Card Debt - There's a Better Way
(ARA) - Ever received one of those offers in the mail that seems like the solution to all your problems? It may have said, "Your home is an untapped resource. Refinance your loan with us and you'll get quick cash to buy a car, fund college or pay off your credit card debt." (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 17:04:01 GMT)
Purchase, Refi Loans Slip in 2006
By Amy Wyeth The number of residential mortgage loans secured by Massachusetts borrowers dropped dramatically last year compared to 2005 – falling by 16.8 percent for purchase mortgages and 14.8 percent for refinance loans. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 17:33:38 GMT)
A Federal Home Loan Bank Selects Trintech's AssureNET GL to Further Streamline Reconciliation Processes
Trintech Group Plc , a leading provider of financial software and technology services specializing in transaction verification, reconciliation management, process automation, and compliance, today announced that a major wholesale financial institution based in the central United States has selected AssureNET GL to automate their account reconciliation program and to increase efficiencies in ... (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 17:51:00 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, 22 Jan 2007 19:14:52 GMT)
ABN Amro sells U.S. Mortgage Group
ABN Amro Holding NV, the Dutch parent of Chicago-based LaSalle Bank, agreed today to sell its U.S. Mortgage Group business to Citigroup Inc. in New York. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 19:37:00 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, 22 Jan 2007 20:32:05 GMT)
Sentinel Lifetime Loan Index For Auckland
Senior retired people are seeking out home equity loans in steadily greater numbers to provide funds for their retirement, according to market leader Sentinel Limited. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 21:36:52 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, 22 Jan 2007 21:51:08 GMT)
Value of LaSalle mortgage sale $3 billion: estimates
(Crain's) -- The value of the pending sale of LaSalle Bank Corp.'s mortgage business to Citigroup Inc. is about $3 billion, according to analysts' estimates. The agreement, which is expected to close by the end of the first quarter, is projected to result in a net gain of $200 million for ... (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 21:52:14 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. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 22:22:04 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, 22 Jan 2007 22:31:55 GMT)
New Website Highlights Benefits of Private Mortgage Insurance
featuring images and information designed to raise awareness of the benefits of private mortgage insurance (PrivateMI), including the fact that for the first time premiums are tax deductible in 2007. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 22:34:59 GMT)
Citigroup Acquires ABN Amro's U.S. Mortgage Loan Unit (Update5)
Jan. 22 (Bloomberg) -- Citigroup Inc., the biggest U.S. bank, will buy ABN Amro Holding NV's U.S. home-lending arm to expand in billings and collections, a part of the mortgage industry whose profits remain steady as the housing market slows. (Mon, 22 Jan 2007 23:25:16 GMT)
Sentinel doubles reverse mortgage loan book
Reverse mortgage company Sentinel doubled its loan book in 2006 to $176 million, and expects a further significant increase this year as retirees seek funds for their retirement. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 01:32:37 GMT)
Bill would make mortgage fraud a felony
A day after the Republic's special investigation into the cash-back mortgage scheme, Sen. Jay Tibshraeny of Chandler introduced today a bill he's had in the works. The legislation would make it easier for prosecutors to go after mortgage fraud in Arizona. {b} Special report: Mortgage fraud (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 01:52:47 GMT)
Bill would make mortgage fraud a felony
Mortgage fraud could become a felony punishable by 10 years in prison in Arizona. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 03:34:01 GMT)
Prepaying home loan? Read this first!
When interest rates rise, so does the EMI of your home loan. There are two ways in which you can deploy surplus funds to reduce the EMI. For maximum benefit, you can combine the two options. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 03:55:43 GMT)
Mortgage firm halts eviction,
A Texas-based mortgage company said it will give a Montoursville church the first opportunity to buy their foreclosed property back, rather than evict the group. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 05:11:43 GMT)
Getting home loans difficult now
Now, banks stop giving in-principle loan sanctions on central bank directive. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 06:25:31 GMT)
Eight indicted in mortgage cases
Eight Houston-area individuals, from real estate agents to loan officers, have been indicted in connection with alleged mortgage fraud that entangled 300 homes worth more than $40 million, according to the Harris County District Attorney's Office. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 06:51:57 GMT)
State senator sets sights on mortgage fraud
PHOENIX — Hoping to avoid a real estate crash, a state senator wants to incarcerate everyone from bankers and escrow agents to home buyers who commit mortgage fraud. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 07:11:14 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, 23 Jan 2007 07:24:41 GMT)
City seeking money for loan program
Admitting he lacks firm commitments, New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin said he hopes that several New York philanthropies will float as much as $15 million to help City Hall expand a proposed program to provide loans to residents awaiting Road Home rebuilding grants. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 07:49:03 GMT)
Don't Refinance Your Home to Pay Off Credit Card Debt - There's a Better Way
(ARA) - Ever received one of those offers in the mail that seems like the solution to all your problems? It may have said, "Your home is an untapped resource. Refinance your loan with us and you'll get quick cash to buy a car, fund college or pay off your credit card debt." (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 07:58:09 GMT)
Facing Foreclosure In California -- New Home Loan Program Launched To Help
New home loan program launched to stop or avoid foreclosure in California. (PRWeb Jan 23, 2007) (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 08:24:55 GMT)
Mortgage Broker Now Open in Hortonville, WI
Current Mortgage solutions is now open in Hortonville, WI. The company serves Greenville, Appleton, Waupaca, Oshkosh, Green Bay, The Fox Cities, Kaukauna, Kimberly and Northeast Wisconsin. (PRWeb Jan 23, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/zingpr.php/U3F1YS1TcXVhLVN1bW0tTG92ZS1NYWduLVplcm8= (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 08:31:50 GMT)
Loan defaults could be trouble for Coast Bank
Coast Bank officials are investigating the status of 482 home loans in jeopardy after a local developer said the company can't finish construction. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 08:48:45 GMT)
Paying points to get a lower mortgage rate is almost always a bad idea
Pay points or not? Anyone who's ever shopped for a mortgage has faced the question. And borrowers who expect to stay in their homes for some time generally have been advised to pay points in order to get a lower mortgage rate. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 09:07:51 GMT)
Are You in the Right Mortgage?
(ARA) - Most people who buy a home put their mortgage in a drawer -- they close on the loan and make their payments every month and don't think about it beyond that. But what they may not realize is that being in the wrong mortgage for your current situation can hurt you by costing you money. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 10:34:13 GMT)
Mortgage companies boost efficiency
Tom Young, Computing , Tuesday 23 January 2007 at 00:00:00 System improves efficiency by 34 per cent in six months Preferred and Southern Pacific Mortgage Ltd (SPML), two of the UK’s fastest growing intermediary mortgage lenders, have both used vendor eg solutions to improve business efficiency.... > Read the full article (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 10:34:42 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, 23 Jan 2007 10:34:43 GMT)
Greenlight Financial Services Launches Green Loan Discount
IRVINE, Calif.----Greenlight Financial Services, a leading direct-to-consumer mortgage lender, today announced the launch of a new type of consumer savings called the "Green Loan Discount." (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 11:10:00 GMT)
State targets mortgage fraud
A wave of mortgage fraud in the Valley has prompted state legislation that would define it as a crime punishable by up to 10 years in prison. {b}Mortgage fraud defined {v} How the cash-back deal works{v} Lawmakers looking to crack down{b} Special report: Mortgage fraud (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 11:14:31 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? (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 11:16:36 GMT)
Getting a Mortgage with Bad Credit
(ARA) - Having bad credit is not the end of the world and it's not impossible to get a loan. Generally, credit scores below 600 are considered sub-prime and the lower your credit score, the harder it will be for you to secure a mortgage. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 11:16:57 GMT)
Lawmakers try to curb mortgage fraud
A need to better educate consumers getting mortgages, more data on why there are a record number of foreclosures sweeping Colorado, and how to balance new laws to combat mortgage fraud and avoid unintended consequences were among the themes during a half-day hearing on foreclosure at the State Capitol on Monday. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 11:25:19 GMT)
Troubled mortgage firm turns hundreds of furloughs into layoffs
A troubled Middletown-based mortgage lender has informed hundreds of its employees, including about 200 in Connecticut, that they will be laid off permanently. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 11:46:28 GMT)
Revolutionary Mortgage Products and Services are Changing the Real Estate Financing Market in Mexico
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 23, 2007 -- Carefree Mortgage and Real Estate Title , both Hermosillo based corporations, have formed a unique partnership and have improved their already robust software systems to make financing in Mexico a streamlined, worry free and effective process. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 12:00:00 GMT)
Mortgage Basics: Chapter 2 quiz
If you think you've mastered the material in this chapter, take our quiz. After you click the "submit" button, the answers will appear below. The principal of a fixed mortgage is paid off over time under a process called what? (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 12:41:36 GMT)
Loan defaults could be trouble for Coast Bank
Coast Bank officials are investigating the status of 482 home loans in jeopardy after a local developer said the company can't finish construction. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 13:14:54 GMT)
Troubled mortgage firm turns hundreds of furloughs into layoffs
A troubled Middletown-based mortgage lender has informed hundreds of its employees, including about 200 in Connecticut, that they will be laid off permanently. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 13:24:29 GMT)
Going after mortgage fraud
Hoping to avoid a real estate crash, a state senator wants to incarcerate everyone from bankers and escrow agents to home buyers who commit mortgage fraud. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 13:35:54 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, 23 Jan 2007 13:50:06 GMT)
Citigroup acquires ABN Amro's U.S. mortgage unit
Citigroup Inc., the biggest U.S. bank, agreed to buy ABN Amro Holding NV's U.S. wholesale mortgage arm for an undisclosed amount to cement its position as the No. 3 mortgage lender. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 14:05:23 GMT)
Big lenders raise mortgage rates
Most big mortgage firms have lifted their lending rates in response to the Bank of England's rise two weeks ago. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 14:59:56 GMT)
Harvard Elected Chair of Federal Home Loan Bank
Scott C. Harvard, President and CEO of Shore Bank has been elected Chairman of the board of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta. Harvard was elected to the board by member financial institutions in Virginia and is serving his second three year term. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 15:09:00 GMT)
State targets mortgage fraud
A wave of mortgage fraud in the Valley has prompted state legislation that would define it as a crime punishable by up to 10 years in prison. {b}Mortgage fraud defined {v} How the cash-back deal works{v} Lawmakers looking to crack down{b} Special report: Mortgage fraud (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 15:21:35 GMT)
Shore Financial exec elected FHLBank chairman
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta has named Scott C. Harvard chairman. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 15:38:32 GMT)
Sentinel doubles loan book
Sentinel says it remains on a growth trajectory, after Kiwi retirees taking home equity loans helped it double its loan book to $179 million in 2006. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 16:18:06 GMT)
Osmeña: Need for innovation in mortgage system
TODAY'S rapid growth in homeownership and mortgage needs some innovation to make cheaper loans available to more Filipinos. Mortgage markets are classified into primary and secondary. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 16:46:44 GMT)
Don't Refinance Your Home to Pay Off Credit Card Debt - There's a Better Way
(ARA) - Ever received one of those offers in the mail that seems like the solution to all your problems? It may have said, "Your home is an untapped resource. Refinance your loan with us and you'll get quick cash to buy a car, fund college or pay off your credit card debt." (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 17:18:17 GMT)
GERI: Announced Retail Mortgage Lending Exceeded $10 for December 2006
Global Energy Resources Inc. (GERI) announced the results of the first month of expanded operations of its mortgage services through GERI's acquisition of Saddleback Funding, a California-based Mortgage Bank. GERI reports, in the month of December 2006, its retail mortgage lending has exceeded $10 million. (Tue, 23 Jan 2007 17:55:27 GMT)
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