Author Archives: Linda

Is More Fed-Led Stimulus On Its Way?

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Linda

The Federal Open Market Committee released its April 2012 meeting minutes this week, revealing a Federal Reserve in the ready for additional monetary stimulus. Continue reading →

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Single-Family Housing Starts Powers Ahead

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Linda

The new construction housing market continues to improve. Continue reading →

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Homebuilder Confidence Moves To 5-Year High

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Linda

After a brief dip in April, the National Association of Homebuilders reports that the Housing Market Index rose 5 points in May to 29. Continue reading →

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Home Affordability Getting A Springtime Boost From Greece

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Linda

Home affordability is receiving a boost from across the Atlantic Ocean this spring. Continue reading →

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week : May 14, 2012

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Linda

Conforming mortgage rates edged higher last week. Continue reading →

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Mortgage Rates Make New All-Time Lows (Again)

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Linda

Conforming mortgage rates continue to drop. Continue reading →

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8-Fold Increase In “Improving Markets” Since September

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Linda

The economic and housing recovery continues nationwide, but the recovery is an uneven one. Continue reading →

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With LIBOR Low, Don’t Rush To Refinance Your ARM

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Linda

Is your mortgage scheduled to adjust this season? You may want to let it. Continue reading →

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Reverse Mortgages : Pros And Cons

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Linda

A reverse mortgage is exactly what it sounds like — a mortgage in reverse. Here’s some analysis on the program and how it could work for you. Continue reading →

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week : May 7, 2012

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Linda

Mortgage rates improved last week for the first time in 3 weeks. Continue reading →

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