Applications drop amid lower rates

Though families planning their relocation last week encountered lower mortgage rates, many still appeared to hold off on securing a mortgage.

Monday, March 07 2011 10:12

Mortgage volume weakens as refinancing drops

The latest measure of mortgage applications showed slow relocation activity combined with a steady drop in the number of consumers refinancing their loans.

Monday, February 21 2011 10:01

New budget proposes cut to MID

President Barack Obama's newly proposed budget again recommends scaling back the mortgage interest deduction, a move real estate experts have warned would could encourage fewer buyers into moving into new homes.

Thursday, February 17 2011 09:41

Housing reform to scale back government influence

The Obama administration's vision for the housing market's future includes less government involvement and fewer relocating families relying on federal loans for their home purchase.

Tuesday, February 15 2011 09:30

Mortgage applications on the upswing

More people were hiring moving services and relocating to a new home during the week ending January 28, according to a new report from the Mortgage Bankers Association.

Monday, February 07 2011 09:59

Rates begin the year with a drop

Those moving into new homes to start 2011 found mortgage rates lower than they were a week earlier and far below levels from the start of 2010.

Monday, January 10 2011 14:50

Holidays take mortgage applications on roller coaster ride

Fluctuating mortgage rates caused overall mortgage activity to vacillate over the holiday season, even as applications from buyers moving into new homes remained steady.

Monday, January 10 2011 14:48

Drop in refinancing leads to lower mortgage activity

Demand for purchase mortgages from those moving into new homes declined last week, but it was a drop in refinancing that led to lower mortgage volume.

Monday, December 27 2010 10:35

Survey: Buyers not shopping around for mortgage

Consumers seem to have no problem shopping around for moving quotes, but when it comes to applying for a mortgage, many show less determination.

Thursday, December 16 2010 09:37

Rising purchase apps counter decreased refinancing

More Americans continued to seek mortgages to finance their relocation to a new home despite rising mortgage rates last week.

Monday, December 13 2010 09:35

The pros and cons of adjustable-rate mortgages

Before perspective homebuyers take advantage of low home prices and federal tax credits for homebuyers, it is important that they educate themselves on the types of mortgages on the market.

Saturday, November 13 2010 21:09

Moving made difficult by tightening mortgage standards

While low mortgages purport to make relocating more affordable than ever, some are finding it difficult to qualify for a mortgage in today's economy.

Friday, September 17 2010 08:58

Mortgages plateau in latest applications survey

The number of people moving into new homes may have come to a temporary standstill, according to one report.

Thursday, August 12 2010 20:35

Moving into a home at record low rates requires a bit of research

While most agree that mortgage rates are at a reported record low 4.5 percent, some brokers warn not to expect to see that actual rate once borrowers move into a new home.

Monday, August 09 2010 16:27

Mortgage interest rate tax deduction most valuable for Californians, study finds

An analysis of IRS data performed by the Tax Foundation found that Californians who deducted their mortgage interest payments from their 2008 tax returns saved an average of $18,876, the highest of any state in the country.

Tuesday, May 25 2010 23:19

Fewer people may be relocating as mortgage delinquencies fall for first time in three years

In a sign that the real estate industry may be coming back from the economic downturn, a new report finds mortgage delinquencies fell during the first quarter of 2010 - the first such decline in 12 quarters.

Monday, May 10 2010 16:08

Mortgage company offers relief to homeowners affected by recent flooding

In response to recent flooding on the East Coast, Freddie Mac has announced it will extend mortgage relief options to homeowners whose houses have been damaged by inclement weather.

Wednesday, April 21 2010 21:36

Proposed program could benefit unemployed homeowners

The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) has presented a plan for a forbearance program that may help jobless homeowners keep up with their mortgage payments, CNN reports.

Thursday, February 25 2010 22:04

New short sale regulations could prevent foreclosures

New short sale regulations could prevent foreclosures

Tuesday, February 09 2010 20:53

Foreclosure prevention programs slated to improve

Homeowners who worry that they will fall behind on their mortgage payments may have more options to avoid foreclosure.

Friday, January 22 2010 19:30