Tag: mortgages

Reverse mortgages have been around since 1961 although it wasn't until 1987 until Congress passed an FHA bill to insure these loans.

Trends show that the real estate market is in the best place it has been since before the bubble burst in 2008. Investing in real estate can be a great decision, but there are many things to be considered before taking the plunge.

Mortgage rates made a significant jump this week after more than a week of remaining flat. The most prevalent interest rate quoted for the benchmark 30-year fixed-rate home loan today is 3.625%, although lenders are quickly moving toward 3.75%.

Growing national lender certifies over 250 employees in first six weeks of program. Will offer VA training to real estate and financial professionals nationwide

By Victor Whitman, ScotsmanGuide.com Pushed up by heavy refinancing on low interest rates, Veterans Affairs (VA)-backed loan volumes and counts rose dramatically last year, according...

By Adrian Bishop, OPP.Today Housing professionals in the United States are expecting a decision on legislation to improve finance availability for condos and ease Federal...

Market Update With recent signals from the Fed pointing towards a December lift-off of rate hikes, treasury yields and mortgage rates have been inching higher....

Refinance your VA loan the easy way -- via the program's streamlined refinance option.

Applying for a home loan and filing for divorce -- both are complicated enough as it. Put the two situations together, however, and things can get sticky.

You can't tell a vet just by looking..

California Wins! But what are the other 4 states?

New Mortgage Rules by CFPB Kick in Today To Ease Homebuying

Nothing Down is a Reality for all U.S Veterans

If cash suddenly showed up on your doorstep with a camera crew, would you be willing to give it all away to help someone else?

Before you can find a hotel accommodation for your next vacation, why not open up your mind to the now, more commonly sought after...

Owning a home in the Arizona is a possibility for anyone who has a steady income. One of the little known facts is that...

Your home provides you shelter, security and equity. It is also the place where you hold most of your valuable items and your most...

Millennials are entering the real estate market in search of the means and know-how to buy a first home.

The smartest thing a property buyer can do is be thoroughly prepared regarding the property purchasing process. The British Columbia government has extensive laws...

When in debt, settling for a debt relief company is one of the most important financial decisions you need to make. These companies offer...

Nowadays, it has become easier for consumers all over the world to meet their personal expenses due to availability of easy financing schemes and...

Foreign exchange is a matter that very many small businesses do not consider at all, especially since such businesses only operate with one currency...

Chandler, Arizona, is a booming market for luxury condos. As the area continues to gather increased publicity as a luxury vacation destination, developers are...

Buying a home is a big commitment and the mere thought might overwhelm you. But with the right guidance, Your home buying process can be...

Whether you’re adding an office to your business premises or repairing a basement in your home, you will need to hire a reliable contractor.

You and your wife have made some unforgettable memories in your cozy one-bedroom apartment, but now that you’re expecting your first child, it’s high time you looked into upgrading your living arrangements.

by Dan Green   VA Loan Guaranty Helps Military Borrowers In 1944, the government passed the G.I. Bill, a law which provided a wide range of benefits...

Private insurers are considering a request by U.S. officials to guarantee mortgages for veterans -- the fastest growing part of the market.

There may be fewer military boots on the ground overseas, but here at home major campaigns in the housing market have been directed this year at veterans.

The improving picture in US real estate sector has prompted the regulatory entities to take p measures   to boost the reviving sector and bring...

Active military and veterans can get jumbo home loans guaranteed by the VA. Interest rates are competitive, down payment requirements are much lower, and private mortgage insurance is waived.

A transitional housing program for homeless veterans in Lewiston is scheduled to open this fall, despite some setbacks including a rash of vandalism.

Dallas is one of the fastest-growing cities in America and among the top 10 in terms of total population. With this growth, many neighbourhoods are...

The US Navy veteran was homeless and alone after a difficult divorce. He faced medical bills for leg injuries sustained decades back during training exercises and more bills from treatment for prostate cancer that required two surgeries.

A newly opened two-story housing facility for veterans will undergo much needed improvements after receiving $160,000 in grants.

The house loan finance industry has seen a lot of ups and downs in the recent past and seems to be in a delicate place right now.

There are a number of ways that a renovation or construction project can surprise you. But what are the avoidable mistakes? What should you be thinking about before you start building? Here are just eight things to consider before the fact.

With the popularity of title loan las Vegas, many agencies have been established that are offering this service. However, not all companies are offering satisfactory services to their clients, which call for the need to have a knowledge regarding how to choose the best lender that can provide the best suitable deal.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is celebrating 70 years of investment in the education and economic prosperity of America’s Servicemembers and Veterans.

The U.S. Justice Department broke off the negotiations last week, as it was dissatisfied with the offer made by Bank of America to pay penalties totaling more than $12 billion, including the amount of $5 billion to be put in a consumer relief account.

A guide to understanding the ins and outs of VA Home Loans when building your new home.

What is reverse mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a loan given to older people who are 62 years and above. The reverse mortgage allows them...