Quicken Loans Chief Economist Bob Walters sat down with Gregg Greenberg from the popular finance website The Street to discuss hot topics such as the current state of the housing market and whether or not the government is doing enough to help homeowners who are underwater.
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Tag Archives: Refinancing
Refinancing to a Long-Term, Fixed-Rate Home Loan Makes Sense
So, you’ve probably heard by now that mortgage rates are at historic lows – again. People everywhere have been saying that now is a great time to refinance. And it could very well be – especially if you’ve currently got an adjustable rate mortgage. Find out if refinancing now could benefit you.
My, Oh My, What a Great Time to Refi(nance)
According to Professor Eric L.K. Mally and his weekly PMMS update, mortgage rates have hit record lows this week, AGAIN. How many mortgage rate records will be broken? It seems like rates keep hitting record lows. And hitting them again. And AGAIN. They’re so fun. These record low rates.
Five Mortgage Trends for 2012
Interesting article in Fox Business about some trends in the mortgage industry for early 2012. The five tips range from info on mortgage rates to home buying. Here they are:
Chat With a Home Loan Expert About Your Mortgage Options!
Did you know that you could learn about your mortgage options while still in your PJs? We’ve expanded the number of Home Loan Experts who are available for online chat! Less wait time for you! You could have all your questions answered before you finish your cocoa.
The Benefits of a Cash-In Refinance
So, we’ve been hearing a lot about “cash-in” refinances lately, and because of the lack of understanding surrounding this topic, I have been COMPELLED to talk about the benefits of this option. Not quite like my obsession with Twix bars, but close.
Saving Money on Your Mortgage
You’ve heard that refinancing and shortening your loan term can save you thousands of dollars in the long-run. But, did you know that there are other ways to save money on your mortgage? Appealing your tax assessment (assuming your home’s value has gone down), recasting your mortgage and asking your lender to remove PMI and MIP are a few other ways you can also reduce your monthly mortgage payment.
Saving Money in 2012
CNN Money had some good advice on how to save (and make) money in 2012. They talk about how you can save money when buying a home, refinancing, and selling your home. Housing market forecast is also mentioned.
Report Concludes That 29% Of Mortgaged Homes Underwater
Real estate website Zillow released a quarterly data report today that showed nearly 29% of mortgaged homes are underwater.
15 vs. 30-Year Mortgages & What to Do If You Miss a Payment – Watch-It Wednesday
Today, we discuss 15-year mortgages vs. 30-year mortgages, what to do if you miss a payment and how much income you should put aside for mortgage payments. Check it out!
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