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• Five steps to refinance How to navigate the refinance process from figuring out your goals to closing your loan.
• Economy up, interest rates down Mortgage interest rates stay low as economy strengthens.
• Interest rates drop Low interest rates trigger rise in loan refinance applications.
• Tax credit spurs home buyers Home buyers who act quickly can get $8,000 tax credit.
• Home appraisals: What you should know An appraisal is an assessment of a home’s value – and an important component of getting final approval for your loan.
• Federal Reserve says economy is ‘leveling out’ Fed holds down interest rates amid signs of economic improvement.
• Cash for Clunkers: Details of CARS rebate program The Cash for Clunkers or CARS program turns your clunker car into a cash rebate toward a new vehicle.
• Ready to refinance your mortgage? Consider interest rates, loan term and closing costs before you decide to refinance.
• 5 tips for first-time mortgage borrowers First-time home buyers should shop around, educate themselves about mortgage products.
• The Fed’s take on interest rates, inflation Federal Reserve could activate ‘exit strategy’ and raise interest rates if inflation threatens economy recovery.
• Fed to hold down interest rates Federal Reserve promises to continue low interest rate policies.
• Home buyer tax credit can be used as down payment Home buyers can use $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit for down payment, closing costs.
• Tax credit for energy-efficient home improvements Homeowners can take advantage of tax credits for home improvements that save energy.
• Government offers mortgage help New government programs may be good news for homeowners who want to refinance or obtain a loan modification.
• Making Home Affordable helps homeowners refinance Borrowers who don’t have equity may be able to refinance through the Making Home Affordable plan.
• Loan Modification Plan Announced New mortgage loan modification program promises borrowers help with keeping up with their mortgage payments.
• Details of the Housing Rescue Plan Obama's housing rescue plan aims to help homeowners refinance.
• What interest rate will you pay on your loan? Find out what factors determine the interest rate you'll be offered on a home loan.
• Buried Alive How to get out from under that mountain of debt.
• Lenders face flood of loan applications Homeowners who want to refinance should be prepared to be persistent.
• 6 ways to cut your housing costs Refinancing and cutting your monthly utility and insurance expenses could save you money on your housing costs.
• Home buyers nab low interest rates Lowest interest rates in almost four decades present prime opportunity for home buyers.
• 6 tips to refinance your mortgage faster Historically low interest rates have triggered a rush to refinance. Here are tips for your loan request.
• Borrowers benefit as Fed lowers rates Zero bank interest rate could make home loans more affordable.
• Mortgage rates near record lows Low mortgage rates entice home buyers and spur refinancing.
• Rates drop on government bailout news Announcement leads to huge one-day decline in mortgage rates.
• New program streamlines mortgage modifications New mortgage modification program offers a faster, simpler way for homeowners to get more affordable mortgage payments.
• Avoiding negative equity Home buyers can position themselves to avoid being underwater on their mortgage.
• Government offers Hope for Homeowners New loan program allows homeowners to refinance mortgages.
• Fed slashes interest rates Half-point fed rate cut could benefit home-loan borrowers.
• Rescue plan may help borrowers Tax breaks and other measures aim to stabilize U.S. financial markets.
• Surprise rate cut: Fed cuts key rate to 1.5 percent The Federal Reserve slashed the federal funds rate in coordination with five central banks. How will you be affected?
• 5 ways to protect your finances Uncertainty about today’s economy calls for calm and caution.
• U.S. government may buy mortgages Proposed bailout plan intended to protect economy.
• Fed funds rate unchanged Federal Reserve holds key interest rate steady.
• Mortgage Rates Drop Government action on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac results in lower mortgage rates.
• First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Buying your first home? You may be eligible for a $7,500 tax credit.
• FICO scores and home loans You may qualify for an FHA loan, even if your FICO score falls short.
• Fed holds interest rate steady Decision tries to balance growth, price increases.
• Better credit can save cash Improving your credit - and paying your bills on time - can save you money.
• Housing bill to aid homeowners, home buyers Congress to send Housing Recovery Act to President.
• Rate locks when rates are rising A lock can hold your interest rate for you even if interest rates rise.
• Rising rates may make ARMs riskier Refinancing could protect you from higher monthly mortgage payments.
• Fed holds interest rates steady The Federal Reserve's decision to keep its key interest rate unchanged at 2 percent may be good news.
• Is now a good time to buy a home? Weigh the pros and cons of buying a home now or waiting and hoping that prices will fall further.
• FHASecure program expanded The FHASecure program allows borrowers to use an FHA loan to refinance a subprime ARM.
• Fed may raise interest rates Some financial analysts believe the Fed may raise rates before the year is over.
• Maintenance that makes $ense Ongoing maintenance can help protect your investment in your home.
• Survey finds tougher loan requirements Most banks have tightened their credit standards this year.
• Rates dip on big mortgages Lower interest rates on "jumbo mortgages" may make larger loans more affordable.
• Real estate: A good time to buy? Falling home prices and low interest rates may mean it's a good time to buy.
• Improve your financial fitness Being informed about money can reduce stress and help you live a healthier and happier life.
• Fed cuts key interest rate The Federal Reserve trimmed a key bank interest rate by one-quarter of a percentage point from 2.25 percent to just 2 percent.
• Making sense of house prices Do headlines about home prices have you confused? Here's why it's important to understand what home value facts and figures really mean.
• New form could help mortgage shoppers A new federal plan could revamp how lenders disclose home-loan terms and costs.
• ARMs less popular, Freddie Mac reports Low 30-year fixed interest rates make adjustable-rate mortgages less attractive.
• Housing prices fall, sales rise A look at national home sales trends.
• Borrowers flock to FHA loans FHA loans typically have easier qualification requirements than non-governmental loans and require only a small down payment or very little equity.
• Can the Fed rate cut benefit borrowers? The Federal Reserve lowered the federal funds rate Tuesday, March 18.
• How to avoid being upside down Here are things to consider if you're concerned about owing more on your mortgage than your home is worth.
• Interest rate ups and downs Keep an eye on interest rates if you're looking to borrow money or have an ARM.
• New FICO score formula FICO 08 may provide a more accurate representation of a person’s credit history.
• Documents are new reality for borrowers By Marcie Geffner- LendingTree.com
• Interest rates may drop on jumbo mortgages By Marcie Geffner - LendingTree.com
• 6 ways the fed rate cut could affect you Here's how to interpret the Fed's action and how interest rates might be affected.
• What the Fed Rate Cut Means to Borrowers Straight talk from C.D. Davies, LendingTree CEO
• News Alert: Fed cuts rates by .75 percent at unscheduled meeting By Nicole Hall - LendingTree.com
• News Alert: Fed cuts key rate by .25% at Dec 11 meeting By Nicole Hall - LendingTree.com
• New mortgage rules to protect borrowers By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• New law seeks to lower college borrowing costs Federal aid is increasing, but so are the costs of a four-year education.
• Bush announces foreclosure relief for some American borrowers A new subprime mortgage plan, including a rate freeze option, may help some struggling homeowners avoid foreclosure.
• Long-term mortgage rates hit two-year low By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• Rates drop on jumbo loans By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• Will the Fed rate cut bring welcome relief? By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• News Alert: Fed cuts key rate by .25% at Oct 31 meeting By Nicole Hall - LendingTree.com
• How to benefit from today's housing market By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• How the subprime mortgage shakeout affects you Keep your credit in tip-top shape and be prepared to make a bigger mortgage down payment to minimize the impact.
• Welcome to the new Smart Borrower Center
• Q&A about today's mortgage market Helpful information and advice for borrowers looking for a home loan.
• 5 steps for smart borrowing in today's market Confused about getting a loan in today's chaotic mortgage market? Here's help.
• A bumpy road for the mortgage market The subprime shakeout means some changes for homeowners and those looking to buy a home, especially if you have poor credit.
• Housing market: Riskiest regions In most markets, you can no longer buy a home and bank on its value appreciating in the short-term.
• Mortgage forms confuse borrowers By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• Freddie Mac announces tougher underwriting rules by Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• Lenders offer mortgage rebates and rate discounts by Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• The real estate market: What's hot and what's not by Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• Time to refinance your mortgage? by Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• Baby boomers push second-home market By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• New polls show decline in monster homes By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• Spike in number of homeowners with resetting ARMs By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• New survey shows Americans' relationship with debt By Brenda Spiering - LendingTree.com
• How to weather a housing market downturn Be prepared for a housing market downturn. Follow our tips to ensure you are protected in the event of a real estate decline.
• Lending standards changing to protect borrowers Freddie Mac has announced it will stop buying home loans that carry a high risk of payment shock.
• Larger mortgages for lower rates Homeowners can now get bigger mortgages for less interest due to a recent rise in the conforming limit.
• Low-payment mortgages harder to get New federal guidelines may make riskier, low-payment mortgages more difficult to obtain.

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