Despite mounting pressure from the Obama administration and lawmakers, the FHFA announced it will not allow Fannie and Freddie to lower the mortgage principal of underwater home owners. Its decision quickly drew criticism.
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Recent housing indexes have shown single-family home prices are on the rise, providing more evidence that the “bottom” of the market is already behind. But some have referred to the increase in prices “unexpected.”
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A new report releases the top places for older adults to settle into their golden years. Retirement haven Florida is notably left off the list.
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Record low interest rates are prompting more home owners to try to lock in savings to their monthly mortgage bills.
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A new survey by the Consumer Federation of America of the top consumer complaints reveals some real estate-related gripes.
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Signs of life in the residential property market are drawing realty agents back to the industry, with some national franchises faring better than others.
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