May 9th 2012 11:30AM
LOS ANGELES -- Homeowners with a Bank of America mortgage have good reason to check their mailbox. The lender said Tuesday that it has begun mailing out letters to customers who may qualify to have their home loans reduced as part of a multistate settlement over alleged foreclosure abuses. The Charlotte, N.C.,-based... Continue Reading »
May 3rd 2012 2:50PM
By Martin Crutsinger WASHINGTON -- Average U.S. rates for 30-year and 15-year fixed mortgages fell to fresh record lows this week, offering more incentive for Americans to buy or refinance homes. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday that the rate on the 30-year loan fell to 3.84 percent, the lowest since long-term... Continue Reading »
Mar 7th 2012 4:40PM
WASHINGTON -- The Obama administration is offering some relief to homeowners who have government-backed mortgages. Under a program President Barack Obama unveiled Tuesday, the government would cut the fees it charges to insure those borrowers. The idea is that lower fees would persuade millions to refinance their loans... Continue Reading »
Sep 22nd 2011 11:10AM
WASHINGTON -- Fixed mortgage rates hovered at record lows for a third straight week. They are likely to fall even further now that the Federal Reserve said it would shuffle its holdings to drive down long-term interest rates. The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage was unchanged at 4.09 percent this week, Freddie... Continue Reading »
Sep 19th 2011 3:33PM
While it's true that interest rates are near historic lows, not all home loans are created equal. Depending on the lender you choose, the type of mortgage you apply for, even the time of day you approach your lender, you could be quoted a different price for your mortgage. If you don't compare the rates of at least 3... Continue Reading »
