Rates on 30-year mortgages rose to the highest level in five weeks but still remained below the 6% level. Freddie Mac, the mortgage company, reported Thursday that 30-year, fixed-rate mortgages averaged 5.72% this week, up from 5.67% last week. more

"There's an old saying in the mortgage broker business: The biggest liar gets the deal," says one home loan broker who has been in the business for more than 15 years. more

The future is gnawing at homeowner Scott Klimek. Will the interest rate on his adjustable-rate mortgage go up? Will he be able to afford the monthly payments if it does? more

An annual income of about $85, is needed to afford median-priced homes; salaries have not seen modest gains, according to a study. more

Desperate for business in a collapsing industry, a growing number of mortgage brokers are resorting to deceptive practices and violating federal do-not-call restrictions to sell an exotic product one industry leader calls dangerous for most borrowers. more

Former loan officer Ted Janusz spills the secrets on this calculated practice of ripping borrowers off more

There are times when the economy is brisk and everyone feels confident about his or her prospects for the future. Then, for one reason or another, the economy slows down. more

The explosion of new types of mortgages in recent years has made picking out which one is right for you almost as difficult decision as picking out your home. more

Investing Club Turns Into Nightmare Idea more