The number of single-family Housing Starts rebounded in August, climbing 4 percent from July’s 14-month low.
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A Simple Explanation Of The Federal Reserve Statement (September 21, 2010 Edition)
Today, in its 7th meeting of the year, the Federal Open Market Committee voted 9-to-1 to leave the Fed Funds Rate unchanged.
The Federal Reserve Meets Today. Should You Lock Your Rate Before It Adjourns?
If you’re actively shopping for a mortgage, it may be prudent to lock your rate ahead of the Fed’s announcement today.
Unique Homes Across The Country
If a home is an expression of personality, then these 10 homes say something unique about their owners.
Rent A Home Or Buy A Home : The Case For Both Sides
Is it better to rent a home, or to buy one? The answer may not be as clear-cut as you think. In this balanced, 3-minute joint interview from NBC’s The Today Show, you’ll hear the case for both sides.
Home Defaults Dropped For The 7th Month In A Row In August
Despite foreclosure filings surpassing 300,000 for the 18th straight month, RealtyTrac’s monthly foreclosure report shows some bright spots for housing.
Home Affordability Gets A Boost From Weak Back-to-School Retail Receipts
The recent rise in mortgage rates was slowed this week after the government released its Retail Sales report for August.
White Distilled Vinegar : An Environmentally-Friendly Home Cleaning Solution
Supermarket aisles are filled with specialty cleansers but you may want to opt for white distilled vinegar, instead. It’s inexpensive, safe to store, and highly effective.
Your ARM Is Adjusting Lower. Is There A Downside To Letting It?
Adjusting conforming mortgages are adjusting to as low as 3 percent. If you have one, should you let your rate fall? Or refinance out?