Mortgages
News, insights and expert analysis on mortgages from the team at Kiplinger.
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Mortgage Closing Costs and Fees Leapt 22% in 2022, Study ShowsThe mortgage market was profoundly affected by high interest rates last year, a trend that is likely to continue given this year's rate increases, CFPB director says.
By Joey Solitro
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Monthly Housing Payments Hit All-Time High, Study ShowsMonthly housing payments hit an all-time high in September, a report from Redfin shows, reflecting the multi-decade high for mortgage rates and continued rise in home prices.
By Seychelle Thomas
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Homebuilder Sentiment Hits Five-Month LowHomebuilder confidence falters in face of persistently high mortgage rates and construction worker shortages, survey finds.
By Joey Solitro
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August Housing Starts Hit Lowest Level Since June 2020Housing starts dropped and building permits rose as the market’s woes continued in August.
By Joey Solitro
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Monthly Mortgage Credit Availability Rose Only Slightly in AugustThe uptick was driven by an increased number of mortgage loan programs, economist says.
By Joey Solitro
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How to Buy a Foreclosed HomeBuyers and investors hit hard by a challenging housing market are increasingly looking to foreclosed homes as an option. Here's how to get started.
By Daniel Bortz
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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
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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
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Mortgage Rates Jump to Highest Mark in More Than 21 YearsLatest mortgage rates data shows a tough landscape for prospective homebuyers – and sellers.
By Ben Demers
