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Uncle Sam Rescues Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac – Quicken Loans Podcast Series

by on October 2, 2008 in Market Update

Welcome to the latest in a new series of audio news stories from Quicken Loans Relationship Marketing Manager Mark Smith. Today's podcast is titled “Uncle Sam rescues Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac” and details the Federal Government's bailout of mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

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Should You Lock Your Mortgage Rate? Mortgage Fees and Costs Explained

by on June 10, 2008 in Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates are just one of the costs of a mortgage. Quicken Loans Chief Economist Bob Walters explains to USA Today when to lock an interest rate and reviews the current market.

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Who Is Nehemiah and Why Is He Giving Out Money?

by on June 9, 2008 in Home Buying

FHA loan down payment assistance programs make buying a home more affordable for some home buyers. Imagine having a 10% down payment – just because you asked for it!

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Mortgage Applications Decline in Latest Study

by on June 4, 2008 in Market Update

Mortgage applications for buying a home dipped 5.4% from last week; refinance mortgage applications dipped 25.7%, says the Mortgage Bankers Association. FHA loans are still a bright light in uncertain times.

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Mortgage Rates – 4 Ways Your Finances Affect the Rate You Get

by on May 27, 2008 in Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates are initially set by lenders at a starting point. The interest rate you get may not be the same. Find out what factors go into figuring out which mortgage rate lenders offer you.

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Fed cuts rates, mortgage rates at historic lows

by on January 22, 2008 in Market Update

In the biggest rate cut since 1984, The Federal Reserve slashed two key rates by 3/4 of a percent.

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Investing in Real Estate Can Be Profitable

by on November 10, 2006 in Market Update

You've heard that it's a buyer's market out there. That makes now a good time to invest in real estate. It can be very profitable if you do your homework.

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Mortgage Basics for the First-Time Home Buyer

by on December 9, 2005 in Home Buying

For many first-time home buyers, the word “mortgage” causes nervousness and anxiety, but home financing doesn't have to be difficult. With a little preparation and a basic understanding of how the mortgage process works, applying for a mortgage and closing your loan will be easy and stress-free.

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