Mortgage News
Fed Outlook:
Another jobless recovery? - Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke's appearance before the House Financial Services Committee yesterday lacked any unexpected revelations. One point in his prepared remarks did catch my attention, however.
Mortgage modification the key? - Not to beat a dead horse, but it is worth revisiting the Making Home Affordable initiative because the foreclosure problem just isn't going to go away. I want to point out two things: one that is missing and another that isn't working anywhere close to expectations.
What can the Fed do about mortgage rates? - Will the Fed continue to target long-term interest rates at this week's upcoming meeting?
Home equity:
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Mortgages:
Fixed-rate mortgages vs. ARMs - Fixed-rate mortgages and ARMs have pros and cons. Here's how to choose the right loan for you.
Reverse Mortgages: MSNBC Consumer Man Gets It Wrong Says Industry Leader - July 28, 2010 - I just read an article on reverse mortgages and how they can lead to big trouble. After I read the entire article, I became enraged.
British Banks Approve Fewer Mortgages Than Forecast in June on Confidence - U.K. banks approved fewer mortgages than economists forecast in June as tighter lending conditions and weaker confidence curbed housing demand.
New mortgages fall by over a third - THERE was a drop of over one third in new mortgages in the first quarter of the year despite more than 1.2 billion worth of loans being given to 7,000 first-time buyers in the first three months of 2010.
Debating the Securitization of Mortgages - The securitization of mortgages may have encouraged risky lending, but it also kept the weight of the housing crisis from falling entirely on banks in the United States, an economist writes.
Number of mortgages in Spain falls in May - The number of mortgages given to prospective home owners in Spain fell in May, according to figures published Monday. The National Institute of Statistics (INE) publishes that in May the number of mortgages granted for homes that have already been built was 55,755.
Metro Bank opens with direct-only mortgages - Metro Bank has opened today with a range of direct-only products including mortgages. The bank opened today at 8am with its first branch in Holborn.
Mortgages Top New Agency's Agenda - The consumer bureau created by the financial regulatory bill will have immense power -- and it wont be shy about using it.
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Taxes:
June 15 filing deadline for some - Don't panic. This month's IRS due date only affects folks who must pay estimated taxes. But if you are required to submit a 1040ES, don't miss your payment or it could cost you more later.
Find the tax professional who's right for you - You can protect yourself from tax scams by hiring a reputable tax preparer. Here are some tips to help you find a good tax professional.
Time's up! It's tax deadline day - No more excuses. You must send something to the IRS by the deadline or face the consequences.
Coming up with tax cash - If tax day is pay day and you can't pay the IRS, don't panic. Here are some options.
10-point tax checklist - Don't send your return until you complete this simple last-minute review.
Property Taxes 101 Saving Money and Making Cents of Assessments - RISMEDIA, July 29, 2010Property owners prepared with research and information can save thousands of dollars on their property taxes. Following the simple steps outlined by Barry Sharpe, President of South Florida-based Property Tax Appeal Group (P-Tag), one can help property
Real estate and personal property taxes next month - Rich James, Sarpy County treasurer, reminds taxpayers paying their own taxes the second half of the 2009 real estate and personal property taxes become delinquent Aug. 1. Property owners received notification of these taxes in December 2009. Payments by mail must be postmarked no later than July 31. Mortgage companies and banks received this information in December 2009 for individuals with ...
Property taxes are debated - Three panelists, three views and one issue that each feel is out of control.
Salt Lake County residents to see increase in property taxes - Salt Lake County residents will have to dig deeper into their pocketbooks. For many, taxes are going up while home property values are down. In Salt Lake City, much of that is due to two voter-approved bonds for the new public safety building and the sports complex.
Property Taxes for Melrose and Ellington Townships - Quincy resident says newer properties incorporated in Quincy's city limits since 1999 are overpaying property taxes.
Higher parcel taxes or higher fire insurance? - LATHROP Raise taxes for fire protection, or increase fire insurance? Property owners in the Lathrop-Manteca Fire District are in that unenviable position as the agency struggles to stay afloat in the face of diminishing income from property taxes and other sources. A ballot measure is already on its way to the Nov. 2 ballot aimed at getting the blessing of property owners in the district to ...
Lamar County raises property taxes to save jobs - LAMAR COUNTY, MS (WDAM) - Residents who live in Lamar County could see an increase on their property taxes. The Lamar County School Board approved a $71 million budget Monday night.
Plano City Council hears plan to cut budget, raise taxes - PLANO The city of Plano may have to raise property taxes again to balance next year's budget. On Wednesday, Council members learned about a plan to increase the property tax rate by 3 percent. The proposed increase equals about $14 more, on average, per homeowner. Other plans include eliminating a human resources position, offering no raises for city staffers, and delaying hires for Fire ...
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