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Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Tue, 15 May 2007 03:12:39 GMT)

The Scoop on Adjustable Rate and Interest Only Mortgages
(ARA) - There are so many types of mortgage programs available to home buyers that it can get difficult to keep them all separate. One of the latest types of programs that many people are taking advantage of is the Interest Only Mortgage option. (Tue, 15 May 2007 03:45:15 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, 15 May 2007 04:32:26 GMT)

Home loan fiasco on agenda
Waukesha - A convoluted case in which the city unwittingly released $135,000 in federal funds to recondition a home worth only $128,000 could approach settlement tonight. (Tue, 15 May 2007 05:07:05 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, 15 May 2007 08:11:51 GMT)

Bills Piling Up? Refinancing Your Car Puts Extra Cash In Your Pocket
(ARA) - Sometimes life throws you a curve ball. The water heater springs a leak, your son breaks a tooth or you need a plane ticket to visit a sick relative. These unplanned expenses add up and if you don't have savings to cover them, where will the extra payments come from? (Tue, 15 May 2007 09:22:48 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. (Tue, 15 May 2007 09:54:00 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. (Tue, 15 May 2007 09:55:03 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, 15 May 2007 11:25:36 GMT)

Refinance Your Auto Loan and Ease a Tight Budget
(ARA) - Living from paycheck to paycheck can be very stressful when unexpected emergency situations happen. You have to squeeze some extra money out of your budget, but where is it going to come from? (Tue, 15 May 2007 12:07:36 GMT)

a la mode's SureDocs e-mortgage Application Delivers for Flagstar Bank Originators and Brokers
Flagstar Bank, a proven leader in paperless mortgage processing, and a la mode, developer of mission critical desktop, mobile and Web tools for mortgage originators, announced the completion of a custom software plug-in to a la mode's SureDocs system, which will streamline document delivery for Flagstar brokers who use the application. (Tue, 15 May 2007 12:08:00 GMT)

Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Tue, 15 May 2007 12:10:46 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, 15 May 2007 12:11:50 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, 15 May 2007 12:13:54 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, 15 May 2007 12:14:54 GMT)

More homeowners struggle with mortgages they can't afford
Sarah Portales wants to keep paying her mortgage on time, but she's got a problem. Her monthly payments are $3,500 and her income is slightly less than that. (Tue, 15 May 2007 12:35:53 GMT)

Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta Announces Participation in Global Mortgage Alliance Program to Support the Liquidity ...
Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta announced today that it will participate in a new program that will help community financial institutions sell residential mortgage loans into the secondary mortgage market. (Tue, 15 May 2007 13:02:00 GMT)

Bills Piling Up? Refinancing Your Car Puts Extra Cash In Your Pocket
(ARA) - Sometimes life throws you a curve ball. The water heater springs a leak, your son breaks a tooth or you need a plane ticket to visit a sick relative. These unplanned expenses add up and if you don't have savings to cover them, where will the extra payments come from? (Tue, 15 May 2007 13:54:27 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, 15 May 2007 13:56:07 GMT)

Housing starts to slow this year as mortgage costs rise and demand slips
OTTAWA (CP) - Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., says the housing boom will slow this year, predicting starts will ease to 213,425 units after reaching 227,395 units in 2006. (Tue, 15 May 2007 14:13:00 GMT)

Housing starts to cool as mortgage costs rise, demand slips
OTTAWA — Housing starts will take a dip in nine out of 10 provinces this year and will continue to fall throughout Canada next year, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation said today. (Tue, 15 May 2007 14:31:08 GMT)

A kinder, gentler mortgage lender
With foreclosures on the rise, banks are trying a gentler touch. (Tue, 15 May 2007 14:43:55 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. (Tue, 15 May 2007 15:11:06 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? (Tue, 15 May 2007 15:23:22 GMT)

Veteran Mortgage Broker Thwarts Decades of LOS Problems With the Launch of eMortgedge 1003POWER V1
Donna Iwane, CEO & Founder of eMortgedge Corporation, announces the inaugural release of 1003POWER Version 1, an innovative loan origination system that speeds and simplifies all facets of loan processing. With the debut of 1003POWER (www.1003POWER.com), flawed loan origination software programs will find themselves surpassed by a comprehensive online system that offers more benefits than its ... (Tue, 15 May 2007 15:37:00 GMT)

HSBC says on top of U.S. mortgage problems
LONDON, May 15 (Reuters) - Europe's biggest bank HSBC Holdings Plc said it was confident it was on top of the problems in its troubled U.S. mortgage book despite reporting another big jump in bad debts at the unit. (Tue, 15 May 2007 15:42:25 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, 15 May 2007 16:12:00 GMT)

Fitch Rates $2.232B Soundview Home Loan Trust, Series 2007-OPT1
NEW YORK----Fitch has rated the Soundview Home Loan Trust, asset-backed certificates, series 2007-OPT1, which closed on May 15, 2007 as follows: $1.74 billion classes I-A-1, II-A-1 through II-A-4, and X 'AAA'; $104.48 million class M-1 'AA+'; $105.64 million class M-2 'AA'; $44.11 million class M-3 'AA-'; $42.95 million class M-4 'A+'; $38.31 million class M-5 'A'; $32.51 million class M-6 'A-'; ... (Tue, 15 May 2007 16:15:00 GMT)

a la mode's SureDocs e-mortgage Application Delivers for Flagstar Bank Originators and Brokers
Flagstar Bank, a proven leader in paperless mortgage processing, and a la mode, developer of mission critical desktop, mobile and Web tools for mortgage originators, announced the completion of a custom software plug-in to a la mode's SureDocs system, which will streamline document delivery for Flagstar brokers who use the application. (Tue, 15 May 2007 16:17:16 GMT)

Mortgage Company Lending Tree To Lay Off 400 Employees
The Internet mortgage company Lending Tree is laying off more than 400 employees. (Tue, 15 May 2007 16:20:51 GMT)

Fitch Issues Presale Report on HSBC Home Equity Loan Trust (USA) 2007-2
NEW YORK----Fitch Ratings has issued a presale report on HSBC Home Equity Loan Trust 2007-2. (Tue, 15 May 2007 16:21:00 GMT)

HSBC says on top of U.S. mortgage problems
Europe's biggest bank HSBC Holdings said it was confident it was on top of the problems in its troubled U.S. mortgage book despite reporting another big jump in bad debts at the unit. (Tue, 15 May 2007 16:28:00 GMT)

HSBC says on top of U.S. mortgage problems
Europe's biggest bank HSBC Holdings <0005.HK> said it was confident it was on top of the problems in its troubled U.S. mortgage book despite reporting another big jump in bad debts at the unit. (Tue, 15 May 2007 16:28:36 GMT)

Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Tue, 15 May 2007 17:16:48 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, 15 May 2007 17:17:03 GMT)

Calif. Mortgage Foreclosures On The Rise
Mortgage foreclosures are on the rise as borrowers failed to keep up with loan payments, with California suffering from some of the highest rates. (Tue, 15 May 2007 17:19:00 GMT)

HSBC says on top of U.S. mortgage problems
"I feel very confident we’re on top of the issues in mortgage services and I believe I have the right leadership team with me," said Brendan McDonagh, chief executive since February of the bank’s consumer finance arm HSBC Finance. (Tue, 15 May 2007 17:52:26 GMT)

Veteran Mortgage Broker Thwarts Decades of LOS Problems With the Launch of eMortgedge 1003POWER V1
Donna Iwane, CEO & Founder of eMortgedgeCorporation, announces the inaugural release of 1003POWER Version 1, aninnovative loan origination system (LOS) that speeds and simplifies allfacets of loan processing. With the debut of 1003POWER(www.1003POWER.com), flawed loan origination software programs will findthemselves surpassed by a comprehensive online system that offers morebenefits than its ... (Tue, 15 May 2007 19:32:02 GMT)

Federal regulators negotiating with mortgage lenders to voluntarily refinance more risky loans
WASHINGTON - Federal banking regulators are negotiating with lenders to restructure high-interest rate mortgages given to home buyers with poor credit. The effort by the Office of Thrift Supervision is... (Tue, 15 May 2007 19:34:02 GMT)

Regulators negotiating with mortgage lenders to voluntarily refinance more risky loans
WASHINGTON - Federal banking regulators are negotiating with lenders to restructure high-interest rate mortgages given to home buyers with poor credit. (Tue, 15 May 2007 20:00:15 GMT)

Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta Announces First Quarter 2007 Operating Highlights and Second Quarter 2007 Dividend ...
Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2007, as well as dividend guidance for the second quarter of 2007. (Tue, 15 May 2007 20:46:00 GMT)

Bills Piling Up? Refinancing Your Car Puts Extra Cash In Your Pocket
(ARA) - Sometimes life throws you a curve ball. The water heater springs a leak, your son breaks a tooth or you need a plane ticket to visit a sick relative. These unplanned expenses add up and if you don't have savings to cover them, where will the extra payments come from? (Tue, 15 May 2007 23:09:56 GMT)

Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Tue, 15 May 2007 23:17:25 GMT)

Major banks accused of 'mortgage profiteering'
HOMEOWNERS who pay off their mortgage or switch to a different lender face fees which have trebled in five years, despite a clampdown by regulators. Research shows some building societies and banks have increased mortgage exit fees from less than £100... (Tue, 15 May 2007 23:55:09 GMT)

Federal regulators working with mortgage lenders as they voluntarily refinance risky loans
Federal banking regulators are giving lenders more flexibility when they restructure high-interest rate mortgages given to home buyers with poor credit. The effort by the Office of Thrift Supervision and other agencies is aimed at softening the impact of the housing market’s slowdown and bolsters the argument of lawmakers who say mortgage reforms may not be needed. (Wed, 16 May 2007 00:09:24 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. (Wed, 16 May 2007 00:18:23 GMT)

Customers insuring with their mortgage provider may not get best value, Post Office finds
According to new research released by the Post Office, almost half of all UK homeowners could be wasting money by insuring with their mortgage provider. (Wed, 16 May 2007 01:24:20 GMT)

Refinance Your Auto Loan and Ease a Tight Budget
(ARA) - Living from paycheck to paycheck can be very stressful when unexpected emergency situations happen. You have to squeeze some extra money out of your budget, but where is it going to come from? (Wed, 16 May 2007 01:39:41 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, 16 May 2007 01:40:51 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. (Wed, 16 May 2007 03:48:47 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. (Wed, 16 May 2007 03:52:39 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? (Wed, 16 May 2007 03:53:02 GMT)

Lenders, agency talk refinancing
WASHINGTON - Federal banking regulators are negotiating with lenders to restructure high-interest-rate mortgages given to home buyers with poor credit. (Wed, 16 May 2007 05:18:17 GMT)

Investigators: Mortgage scheme traps buyers
The KING 5 Investigators have tracked down a mortgage broker using the lure of profit margins and rising values to line his pockets, while leaving clients broke and in foreclosure. (Wed, 16 May 2007 05:28:29 GMT)

Nine arrested in mortgage fraud case
Authorities arrested nine Conroe-area residents Tuesday in connection with an alleged mortgage fraud scheme involving loans made to unqualified mobile-home buyers. The homes and the lots they sat on were sold by Emerson Manufactured Homes, according to a federal indictment unsealed in the afternoon. (Wed, 16 May 2007 05:53:19 GMT)

Katz Mortgage Team Publishes Guide for the Beginning Real Estate Investor
Katz Mortgage Team, www.KatzMortgageTeam.net, of Amtrust Mortgage Corporation, has announced they have recently published a new guide for the beginning real estate investor. (Wed, 16 May 2007 07:01:00 GMT)

Katz Mortgage Team Publishes Guide for the Beginning Real Estate Investor
Katz Mortgage Team, www.KatzMortgageTeam.net, of Amtrust Mortgage Corporation, has announced they have recently published a new guide for the beginning real estate investor. (PRWeb May 16, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/SG9yci1TcXVhLVRoaXItRW1wdC1UaGlyLVplcm8= (Wed, 16 May 2007 07:05:42 GMT)

Feds work with lenders to refinance subprime loans instead of foreclosing
WASHINGTON — Federal banking regulators are negotiating with lenders to restructure high-interest mortgage loans made to home buyers with poor credit. (Wed, 16 May 2007 07:05:53 GMT)

SUSAN TOMPOR | FREEP INSIDER: Look at all the costs of a mortgage
If you're refinancing a mortgage or getting a new one, you want to pay careful attention to all the costs. Don't just focus on the initial interest rate somebody might quote you. What are the fees? Is this an adjustable-rate product that could lead to even higher payments in a few years? What is the cost of paying it off early? (Wed, 16 May 2007 07:08:09 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, 16 May 2007 07:12:01 GMT)

National Mortgage Alliance Achieves Record Loan Production in April
In the face of a soft lending market, online mortgage lender increases loan volume by 35%. (PRWeb May 16, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/RmFsdS1Mb3ZlLU1hZ24tRW1wdC1UaGlyLVplcm8= (Wed, 16 May 2007 07:12:44 GMT)

Summers Left With $1 Million Loan
Harvard’s tax returns reveal new information about former President Lawrence H. Summers’ severance package, which included a $1 million deferred-interest loan for the purchase of a home. (Wed, 16 May 2007 07:57:42 GMT)

STOCKS NEWS EUROPE-HSBC dips in face of U.S. mortgage headwinds
HSBC shares dip 1.6 percent to 934 pence as analysts say the bank's troubled U.S. mortgage business will face stiff headwinds in the second half and there is no catalyst on the horizon for a rally. (Wed, 16 May 2007 08:29:42 GMT)

Bills Piling Up? Refinancing Your Car Puts Extra Cash In Your Pocket
(ARA) - Sometimes life throws you a curve ball. The water heater springs a leak, your son breaks a tooth or you need a plane ticket to visit a sick relative. These unplanned expenses add up and if you don't have savings to cover them, where will the extra payments come from? (Wed, 16 May 2007 09:53:37 GMT)

Fitch Seminar on UK & Irish Mortgage Markets
Fitch Ratings-London-16 May 2007: Fitch Ratings will outline the challenges facing lenders in the UK and Irish mortgage markets, and present a review and outlook of Icelandic banks at a breakfast seminar in Dublin on Wednesday 30 May. (Wed, 16 May 2007 10:01:54 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? (Wed, 16 May 2007 11:00:36 GMT)

U.S. home loan demand falls first time in four weeks
U.S. mortgage applications fell for the first time in four weeks, weighed down by sagging demand for home purchase loans, an industry group said on Wednesday. (Wed, 16 May 2007 11:04:25 GMT)

Prequalified or preapproved borrowers have an edge
Whether you are buying a home or are refinancing your current mortgage, you eventually have to apply for a loan and compare offers. You will need to gather a lot of paperwork, satisfy a list of credit requirements, negotiate the best possible loan terms and make sense of the good-faith estimate. (Wed, 16 May 2007 11:48:01 GMT)

Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Wed, 16 May 2007 12:14:01 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. (Wed, 16 May 2007 12:14:21 GMT)

Kaleidico Launches Lead Marketwatch, Mortgage Industry's First Lead Rating Application
Weekly Moving Data Average Creates Greater Transparency in Lead Generation Market FLAT ROCK, Mich. and CLEVELAND, April 11 // -- Kaleidico, an Internet technology company that provides Web-based lead management solutions, today launched Lead Marketwatch, a free mortgage lead rating ticker. Lead Marketwatch is the first objective tool to rate lead quality and can be viewed on Kaleidico's homepage ... (Wed, 16 May 2007 12:56:15 GMT)

Mortgage apps in surprise dip
After climbing for four-straight weeks, loan activity eases on weakened demand from home buyers, MBA reports. (Wed, 16 May 2007 13:29:05 GMT)

Spain March Mortgage Lending Grew At Slowest Rate In 4 Years
MADRID -(Dow Jones)- Spanish mortgage lending grew at its slowest annual rate in four years in March, the Spanish Mortgage Association, or AHE, said Wednesday. (Wed, 16 May 2007 14:17:55 GMT)

Mortgage Applications Fell Last Week
Prospective home buyers applied for fewer mortgage loans last week, according to an industry report, as the housing market continued to struggle and many mortgage banks adopted more rigorous lending standards. (Wed, 16 May 2007 15:27:02 GMT)

Harvard has $1m loan for ex-chief
The former Harvard University president, Lawrence H. Summers, received a severance package that could be worth up to $2 million or more, including a $1 million home loan, according to the university's annual Internal Revenue Service filing. (Wed, 16 May 2007 15:27:48 GMT)

Mortgage Expo: CML calls for increased TCF focus
The Council of Mortgage Lenders has called on its members to make the Treating Customers Fairly Forum set up by specialist lenders an industry initiative. (Wed, 16 May 2007 15:42:25 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. (Wed, 16 May 2007 17:12:00 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. (Wed, 16 May 2007 17:40:17 GMT)

Mortgage schemes seek homes in preforeclosure
Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard quipped that Arizona was not behind in at least one national measure: the number of mortgage rescue fraud schemes. (Wed, 16 May 2007 17:41:00 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? (Wed, 16 May 2007 19:01:31 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, 16 May 2007 19:01:41 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." (Wed, 16 May 2007 19:02:00 GMT)

Fixed-Rate Jumbo Reverse Mortgage Introduced for High Value Homes
May 16, 2007 – A new reverse mortgage product, Prime Advantage, has been designed to suit the needs of older Americans with higher-value homes who want access to more cash than a traditional reverse mortgage provides and the added financial certainty of a fixed interest rate for the life of the loan, according to BNY Mortgage. (Wed, 16 May 2007 19:34:39 GMT)

Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Wed, 16 May 2007 20:13:12 GMT)

Canton man sentenced in mortgage scheme case
A 40-year-old man who lived on Social Security disability checks was sentenced Wednesday to 4 1/2 years in prison for conning three banks into lending him $3.8 million in a get-rich-quick mortgage scheme that went bust. (Wed, 16 May 2007 21:03:29 GMT)

Local mortgage numbers hit slump
A 30-percent drop in loans through the country's mortgage corp. during the first four months of 2007 suggests the market may ultimately follow the downward spiral of its US counterpart. (Wed, 16 May 2007 21:54:32 GMT)

``When is the Right Time to Refinance Your Home Mortgage?'' from Informa Research Services
CALABASAS, Calif.----While fixed mortgage interest rates have been holding relatively steady for the past year -- averaging 6.38% APR, slightly down .38% from a year ago -- some homeowners with higher adjustable rates are finding that now is a good time to refinance their mortgages. (Wed, 16 May 2007 23:37:00 GMT)

California Ranks Second In Mortgage Fraud
An index released by the Mortgage Asset Research Institute now ranks California second in the nation for mortgage fraud. (Wed, 16 May 2007 23:45:16 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, 16 May 2007 23:55:03 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, 16 May 2007 23:55:54 GMT)

U.S. home loan demand falls first time in four weeks
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. mortgage applications fell for the first time in four weeks, weighed down by sagging demand for home purchase loans, an industry group said on Wednesday. (Thu, 17 May 2007 00:20:05 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." (Thu, 17 May 2007 01:50:17 GMT)

Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Thu, 17 May 2007 02:48:36 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? (Thu, 17 May 2007 02:48:38 GMT)

Finding The Right Home Loan
KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- With so many home-loan products in the market nowadays, you have to be wise in choosing the one that suits you the best. (Thu, 17 May 2007 03:26:05 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? (Thu, 17 May 2007 03:44:29 GMT)

ProspectZone Launches Volume Rewards Program for Bulk Refinance Leads Buyers
Mortgage originators can now take advantage of special discounted pricing when they purchase larger volumes of refinance leads through top online provider ProspectZone. (PRWeb May 17, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/SG9yci1Mb3ZlLUxvdmUtRW1wdC1UaGlyLVplcm8= (Thu, 17 May 2007 07:33:23 GMT)

Americas Watchdog Endorses American Interbanc as the Best Mortgage Lender in the US
Americas Watchdog is the premier organization in the US devoted to protecting homeowners from predatory mortgage lenders and or banks. Aside from taking to task the mortgage industry for unethical practices and or gimmicks, Americas Watchdog has tried to educate the consuming public about predatory mortgage lending. Its very rare when a consumer group actually recommends a lender for its ethics ... (Thu, 17 May 2007 07:50:25 GMT)

Nationwide posts 93% rise in mortgage lending in UK
Nationwide, the UK’s largest building society, today posted a 92.7% rise in net annual mortgage lending to £10.6bn (€15.5bn), but said the recent spate of interest rises had started to bite. (Thu, 17 May 2007 08:30:58 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? (Thu, 17 May 2007 09:01:33 GMT)

Nationwide mortgage loans up 92.7%
Nationwide, the UK's largest building society, has posted a 92.7% rise in net annual mortgage lending to £10.6 billion, but said the recent spate of interest rises had started to bite. (Thu, 17 May 2007 09:32:41 GMT)

Huntington Mortgage Securities Fund Is Recognized and Awarded by Lipper
The nationally known fund rating service, Lipper, has awarded the Huntington Mortgage Securities Fund Trust Shares a 2006 Lipper Performance Achievement Certificate for the one- and five-year periods ending December 31, 2006, Huntington Bancshares Inc. announced today. (Thu, 17 May 2007 10:00:00 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. (Thu, 17 May 2007 10:02:08 GMT)

Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Thu, 17 May 2007 10:02:29 GMT)

State ranks high in mortgage fraud
MORTGAGE FRAUD rose significantly last year in California, which ranked No. (Thu, 17 May 2007 10:09:10 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." (Thu, 17 May 2007 10:41:04 GMT)

Nationwide doubles levels of mortgage lending
NATIONWIDE, the UK’s largest building society with branches across Merseyside, today posted a 92.7% rise in net annual mortgage lending to £10.6bn. However, it said the recent spate of interest rises had started to bite. (Thu, 17 May 2007 11:09:45 GMT)

Bankrate: Mortgage Rates Stay Rangebound
Mortgage rates increased slightly this week, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rising to 6.32 percent. According to Bankrate.com's weekly national survey of large lenders, the 30-year fixed rate mortgages had an average of 0.26 discount and origination points. (Thu, 17 May 2007 11:30:00 GMT)

Get Extra Cash By Refinancing Your Car
(ARA) - Sometimes life throws you a curve ball. The water heater springs a leak, your son breaks a tooth or you need a plane ticket to visit a sick relative. These unplanned expenses add up and if you don't have savings to cover them, where will the extra payments come from? (Thu, 17 May 2007 12:13:04 GMT)

Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Thu, 17 May 2007 12:18:44 GMT)

The Subprime Mortgage Market
The recent sharp increases in subprime mortgage loan delinquencies and in the number of homes entering foreclosure raise important economic, social, and regulatory issues. Today I will address a series of questions related to these developments. (Thu, 17 May 2007 13:44:16 GMT)

Bernanke sees no spillover from mortgage woes
A rash of U.S. mortgage delinquencies is not expected to hurt the broader economy, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said on Thursday. (Thu, 17 May 2007 13:48:33 GMT)

No spillover from mortgage woes - Bernanke
Mortgage delinquencies are not expected to hurt the broader economy. CHICAGO (Reuters) -- A rash of mortgage delinquencies is not expected to derail the broader economy, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said Thursday. (Thu, 17 May 2007 13:59:07 GMT)

Bernanke promises Fed crackdown on abusive mortgage practices
Fed chairman says he did not believe the growing number of mortgage defaults would seriously harm the economy. (Thu, 17 May 2007 14:31:45 GMT)

New Century Auctions Loan Servicing Unit
Private investment firm Carrington Capital Management LLC and an affiliate won a bankruptcy auction of New Century Financial Corp.'s loan servicing business, agreeing to purchase the core asset from the collapsed subprime mortgage lender for $188 million, New Century said late Wednesday. (Thu, 17 May 2007 14:35:46 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? (Thu, 17 May 2007 15:07:46 GMT)

Bernanke: Mortgage Crackdown Coming
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said Thursday that he did not believe the growing number of mortgage defaults would seriously harm the economy. Facing criticism from members of Congress about lax regulation, Bernanke also promised that the Fed... (Thu, 17 May 2007 15:08:26 GMT)

9 Indicted In Mortgage Fraud Scheme
Nine Conroe-area residents have been indicted on charges of participating in a mortgage fraud scheme, KPRC Local 2 reported Thursday. (Thu, 17 May 2007 15:12:07 GMT)

Mortgage rates move back up
Mortgage rates climbed this week after trending lower recently, Freddie Mac said Thursday, after Federal Reserve said it continues to worry about the threat of inflation. (Thu, 17 May 2007 15:14:15 GMT)

9 Indicted In Mortgage Fraud Scheme
HOUSTON -- Nine Conroe-area residents have been indicted on charges of participating in a mortgage fraud scheme, KPRC Local 2 reported Thursday. FBI officials said the group secured refinance loans for unqualified buyers of mobile homes and lots sold by Emerson Manufactured Homes. (Thu, 17 May 2007 15:28:50 GMT)

Bernanke says Fed looking at ways to prevent abusive mortgage lending practices
WASHINGTON (AP) - Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke said Thursday that he did not believe the growing number of mortgage defaults in the United States would seriously harm the economy. (Thu, 17 May 2007 16:15:00 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." (Thu, 17 May 2007 16:42:01 GMT)

30-Year Mortgage Rates Jump to New High
Rates on 30-year mortgages jumped to the highest level in five weeks as investors expressed disappointment that the Federal Reserve continues to remain worried about inflation threats. Mortgage giant Freddie Mac reported Thursday that 30-year, fixed-... (Thu, 17 May 2007 17:08:12 GMT)

Bernanke Out To Stop Mortgage Loan Abuses
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke promises a crackdown on abusive mortgage lending. (Thu, 17 May 2007 17:21:46 GMT)

Inflation jitters prompt mortgage hikes
Freddie Mac, the U.S. Congress-backed home mortgage corporation, said Thursday U.S. mortgage rates generally went up this week. (Thu, 17 May 2007 17:34:54 GMT)

Jon Goldin-Dubois: Why Mortgage Foreclosure Rates are Skyrocketing
You have to wonder what's going on when mortgage foreclosure rates are skyrocketing nationwide: up 42 percent in 2006, compared to 2005, leaving up to two million families in danger of losing their homes. It's probably not a shock to learn the mortgage lending industry has been spending money frantically in Washington, and has successfully blocked Congress for the last seven years from taking ... (Thu, 17 May 2007 17:59:38 GMT)

Fed chief vows to target mortgage abuses
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said Thursday that he did not believe the growing number of mortgage defaults would seriously harm the economy. (Thu, 17 May 2007 18:31:33 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." (Thu, 17 May 2007 18:59:20 GMT)

Fed: Mortgage Defaults Won't Hurt Economy
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says he doesn't believe the growing number of mortgage defaults will seriously harm the economy. He also promised that the Fed would do everything possible to crack down on abuses. (Thu, 17 May 2007 19:00:05 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? (Thu, 17 May 2007 19:47:24 GMT)

Mortgage defaults hurting housing market, economy, Fed chief says
Fed's Ben Bernanke adds that subprime mortgage woes unlikely to spill over into financial system Defaults and payment delinquencies by high-risk mortgage borrowers are hurting the housing market and the economy in general, as mortgage lenders become more conservative, Ben Bernanke, chairman of the Federal Reserve, told a Chicago banking conference Thursday. (Thu, 17 May 2007 20:01:48 GMT)

Mortgage rules could be strengthened
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says the central bank is considering tougher rules to crack down on abusive practices by mortgage lenders. But he says the economy should escape without significant harm from the problems in the subprime market. (Thu, 17 May 2007 20:04:46 GMT)

Mortgage Rules Could Be Strengthened
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says the central bank is considering tougher rules to crack down on abusive practices by mortgage lenders. (Thu, 17 May 2007 20:04:46 GMT)

Fed chief sees limited damage from U.S. mortgage woes
The Federal Reserve chief, Ben Bernanke, is skeptical about tighter regulation of subprime mortgage lenders. (Thu, 17 May 2007 21:11:54 GMT)

OceanFirst Shuts Subprime Home Loan Unit, Top Officers Leave
May 17 (Bloomberg) -- OceanFirst Financial Corp., a New Jersey-based banking company, will shut its subprime mortgage business and said the unit's president resigned after defaults were hidden from top management. (Thu, 17 May 2007 21:44:47 GMT)

H&R Block's Mortgage Unit to Slash Jobs
H&R Block Inc. said Thursday its struggling mortgage lending subsidiary, Option One Mortgage Corp., will eliminate 615 positions as it tries to deal with diminished loan business. (Thu, 17 May 2007 22:06:58 GMT)

Think You're Paying Too Much on Your Car Loan?
(ARA) - You have probably heard of auto refinance before. Or simply refinance. The term actually refers to a financial situation wherein a borrower finds financing to pay off a current loan. (Fri, 18 May 2007 02:38:21 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? (Fri, 18 May 2007 02:38:51 GMT)

Fed to focus attention on mortgage abuse
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says the central bank is considering tougher rules to crack down on abusive practices by mortgage lenders. But he says the economy should escape without significant harm from the problems in the subprime market. (Fri, 18 May 2007 03:06:48 GMT)

Boca held at home after Riquelme misses penalty
Boca Juniors needed a late equalizer to salvage a 1-1 home draw with Paraguayan champions Libertad in the Libertadores Cup on Thursday after Juan Roman Riquelme had earlier missed a penalty for the Argentine side. (Fri, 18 May 2007 04:39:26 GMT)

Good Reasons to Refinance Now
(ARA)- The effects of refinancing your mortgage can be dramatic, since it's a tool you can use to improve your financial situation. To take best advantage of it, look at where you are and assess your needs. Then explore the market. (Fri, 18 May 2007 05:31:17 GMT)

Fed weighs firming up mortgage regulations
WASHINGTON - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says the central bank is considering tougher rules to crack down on abusive practices by mortgage lenders, without closing off refinancing options that borrowers need. (Fri, 18 May 2007 06:24:45 GMT)

Fed considering tougher mortgage rules for lenders
WASHINGTON· Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says the central bank is considering tougher rules to crack down on abuses by mortgage lenders. But he says the economy should escape without significant harm from the problems in the subprime market. (Fri, 18 May 2007 07:02:38 GMT)

REAL ESTATE: Mortgage index up 3.6 percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association said its seasonally adjusted applications index increased 3.6 percent in the week ended May 4 to its highest level since the week ended March 9. (Fri, 18 May 2007 07:13:22 GMT)

Weakness in housing unsettles Wall Street trading
Federal Reserve expectations that home foreclosures and loan delinquencies would rise, twinned with a housing-related fall in a measure of economic indicators, drove U.S. stocks to a lower close Thursday. (Fri, 18 May 2007 07:48:09 GMT)

Fed may crack down on abusive mortgage practices
WASHINGTON - The Federal Reserve is considering tougher rules to crack down on abusive practices by mortgage lenders, Fed Chairman Ben S. Bernanke said yesterday. (Fri, 18 May 2007 08:03:21 GMT)

Limited fallout seen in mortgage mess
The Federal Reserve does not foresee a broader economic impact from the growing number of mortgage defaults and home foreclosures, its chairman said yesterday. And he cautioned that heavy-handed regulation of lenders could have the unintended effect of adding to the strain on the troubled housing market. (Fri, 18 May 2007 09:04:50 GMT)

Think You're Paying Too Much on Your Car Loan?
(ARA) - You have probably heard of auto refinance before. Or simply refinance. The term actually refers to a financial situation wherein a borrower finds financing to pay off a current loan. (Fri, 18 May 2007 09:22:47 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? (Fri, 18 May 2007 09:23:28 GMT)

Making lenders toe the line
A bill making its way through the Illinois House of Representatives is aimed at policing mortgage brokers so they tell potential home buyers the true cost of buying and refinancing a home. (Fri, 18 May 2007 09:23:55 GMT)

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