DOJ Announces New Initiative to Combat Mortgage Lending Discrimination
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Oct. 22 a new initiative to combat what United States Attorney General Merrick ...
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Commercial and Multifamily Mortgage Delinquencies Down in July
Delinquency rates for mortgages backed by commercial and multifamily properties declined in July, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association's (MBA) ...
New Home Mortgage Applications Rise and Forbearance Rates Keep Dropping
The mortgage space continues to bounce back amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to the latest data from the Mortgage Bankers ...
What to Do If You’re in Forbearance but Still Paying Your Mortgage
(TNS)—Since the coronavirus pandemic began in March, millions of homeowners have taken the federal government up on a generous proposal, ...
Refinancing Your Mortgage in a Pandemic: Expect Longer Waits, Virtual Process
(TNS)—Heather Morris wanted to pull some cash from her Georgia home to pay for renovations, and she was eager to ...
Homeownership Trends: Report Shows Some Don’t Know Their Interest Rate
Interest rates are often a big motivational factor when it comes to home-buying. High interest rates? Buyers may not bite. ...
FHA Down Payment Requirements: Homeownership Without a Big Savings Account
(TNS)—FHA loans were created to encourage and help first-time homebuyers since the down payment for these mortgages backed by the ...
When Should You Lock a Mortgage Rate?
(TNS)—When it comes to interest rates, mortgage seekers should pay close attention because every little bit of interest counts. A ...
Does It Make Sense to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early?
(TNS)—When you own a home, the thought of a mortgage hanging over your head for decades can be daunting for ...
Mortgage Points and How They Can Cut Your Interest Costs
(TNS)—Mortgage rates are near historic lows these days, but there's a way to make them even lower. It's called buying ...
How Real Estate Pros Defuse the Stressors of Today’s Real Estate Industry
RISMedia asked several longtime pros to share their thoughts about how they perceive the profession now, as well as their coping strategies. Read more.
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