Mortgages
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Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers
Here are the best cities for first-time homebuyers, according to a new study from Smart Asset. Texas nabs 5 spots.
By Seychelle Thomas Published
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What Is Redlining?
Redlining is a type of mortgage discrimination in which lenders deny loans based on a neighborhood's racial composition.
By Daniel Bortz Last updated
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Mortgage Rates Jump to Highest Mark in More Than 21 Years
Latest mortgage rates data shows a tough landscape for prospective homebuyers – and sellers.
By Ben Demers Published
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Mortgage Payments Spike Nearly 20% From a Year Ago
High interest rates and expensive home prices are hurting potential homebuyers, as mortgage payments jump from a year ago. Payments are up almost 20% from last year.
By Erin Bendig Published
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HUD Investigates HSBC's U.S. Unit Over Redlining Allegations
Action prompted by a non-profit’s complaint to the agency involving six metro areas.
By Joey Solitro Published
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The Magic Mortgage Rate Number to Tip the Housing Market
A new survey from Zillow found the “mortgage rate tipping point” at which homeowners are likely to sell their homes. Hint: It's above 5%.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Mortgage Nightmare: Firm Made $2.3B in Illegal Home Payments, Affecting 500K Customers
The CFPB fined ACI millions of dollars for harming mortgage customers during a failed payments test.
By Ben Demers Published
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Home Down Payments Shrink Amid Affordability Squeeze
Home buyers are putting down smaller down payments as housing costs and interest rates rise.
By Adam Shell Published
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Buyers More Confident Home Prices Will Go Down, New Survey Finds
Consumers are feeling optimistic about home prices, according to Fannie Mae’s latest poll, but why?
By Vaishali Varu Published