Quicken Loans - Mortgage NewsWhy Would You Consider an ARM Now?The Fed announced Tuesday that rates have raised one-quarter percent. Find out why getting an ARM might be better than getting a fixed-rate mortgage, even in a rising rate environment.
New Home Sales Rise 9.4% in FebruaryFebruary saw new home sales surge 9.4% to a 1.226 million annual rate. See what's driving the housing market and if the trend is likely to continue.
Existing Home Sales Fall Just 0.4% in FebruarySales of existing homes dropped a less than expected 0.4% in February but remained at very strong levels. February's 6.79 million annual rate is just over the record 6.784 million existing homes sold in 2004.
Fed Boosts Rates Another Quarter PointFederal Reserve policymakers raised rates another quarter point and signaled that future rate hikes will likely continue at a measured pace. Find out what this means for short term mortgage rates.
Should You Float or Lock In Your Interest Rate?When getting a mortgage, should you lock in your interest rate or wait for rates to fall? Find out what a rate lock really is and the best times to lock in or float your interest rate.
Despite Higher Rates, Mortgage Applications RiseThe Mortgage Bankers Association reported today that mortgage applications increased 3.2% last week with the purchase and refinance indexes both posting gains. Find out why applications increased despite rising long-term interest rates.
Housing Starts Hit 21-Year HighsThe U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development reported today that housing starts increased 0.5% in February, reaching their highest level in 21 years. Find out if this record pace is sustainable.
Refinance Your ARM to a Fixed-Rate Interest-Only MortgageMany economists are predicting that Alan Greenspan will continue to raise interest rates. Waiting to refinance your mortgage can be costly. Find out how a fixed-rate interest-only mortgage can protect you from rising rates and give you monthly payment flexibility.
Five Tax Season Tips for HomeownersAs tax season approaches, many Americans scramble to find additional tax deductions. Homeowners have several often overlooked deductions they may be able to take advantage of. Find out how to maximize your deduction with these 5 tax tips.
New Home Sales Down, But Housing Still StrongDespite new home sales dipping 9.2% in January, housing remains strong due to job growth and low mortgage rates. Find out why procrastination might be costly for home buyers.
Quicken Loans - Mortgage NewsShould You Float or Lock In Your Interest Rate?When getting a mortgage, should you lock in your interest rate or wait for rates to fall? Find out what a rate lock really is and the best times to lock in or float your interest rate.
Despite Higher Rates, Mortgage Applications RiseThe Mortgage Bankers Association reported today that mortgage applications increased 3.2% last week with the purchase and refinance indexes both posting gains. Find out why applications increased despite rising long-term interest rates.
Housing Starts Hit 21-Year HighsThe U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development reported today that housing starts increased 0.5% in February, reaching their highest level in 21 years. Find out if this record pace is sustainable.
Refinance Your ARM to a Fixed-Rate Interest-Only MortgageMany economists are predicting that Alan Greenspan will continue to raise interest rates. Waiting to refinance your mortgage can be costly. Find out how a fixed-rate interest-only mortgage can protect you from rising rates and give you monthly payment flexibility.
Five Tax Season Tips for HomeownersAs tax season approaches, many Americans scramble to find additional tax deductions. Homeowners have several often overlooked deductions they may be able to take advantage of. Find out how to maximize your deduction with these 5 tax tips.
New Home Sales Down, But Housing Still StrongDespite new home sales dipping 9.2% in January, housing remains strong due to job growth and low mortgage rates. Find out why procrastination might be costly for home buyers.
Existing Home Sales Dip Slightly in JanuaryWhile the National Association of Realtors report that existing home sales dipped slightly last month, 2005 is poised to be another very strong year. Find out how affordable borrowing costs are helping to fuel sales and whether they will continue.
Housing Starts Continue to Rise in JanuaryHousing starts continued the momentum from 2004, reaching a 20-year high in January. Find out how low mortgage rates are helping fuel new construction.
Low Rates Continue to Fuel Refinance ApplicationsDespite a drop in overall mortgage applications last week, refinance applications remain strong due to favorable rates. How long will these low rates last?
Mortgage Q&A - Reasons to Review Your Mortgage OptionsFalling mortgage rates are not the only reason to refinance. Find out why an annual mortgage review should be part of your financial plan.
Quicken Loans - Mortgage NewsFive Tax Season Tips for HomeownersAs tax season approaches, many Americans scramble to find additional tax deductions. Homeowners have several often overlooked deductions they may be able to take advantage of. Find out how to maximize your deduction with these 5 tax tips.
New Home Sales Down, But Housing Still StrongDespite new home sales dipping 9.2% in January, housing remains strong due to job growth and low mortgage rates. Find out why procrastination might be costly for home buyers.
Existing Home Sales Dip Slightly in JanuaryWhile the National Association of Realtors report that existing home sales dipped slightly last month, 2005 is poised to be another very strong year. Find out how affordable borrowing costs are helping to fuel sales and whether they will continue.
Housing Starts Continue to Rise in JanuaryHousing starts continued the momentum from 2004, reaching a 20-year high in January. Find out how low mortgage rates are helping fuel new construction.
Low Rates Continue to Fuel Refinance ApplicationsDespite a drop in overall mortgage applications last week, refinance applications remain strong due to favorable rates. How long will these low rates last?
Mortgage Q&A - Reasons to Review Your Mortgage OptionsFalling mortgage rates are not the only reason to refinance. Find out why an annual mortgage review should be part of your financial plan.
Winter Home Maintenance ChecklistRoutine seasonal maintenance keeps your home safe and can save you money in the long run. Find out what projects you should consider this winter.
Fed Hikes Interest Rates Another Quarter-PointAlan Greenspan and the Federal Reserve have stuck to their "measured pace"strategy by increasing short-term rates a quarter-point. Find out how this will impact mortgage rates.
Refinance Applications Soar on Historically Low Mortgage RatesThe MBA reports that mortgage applications were up over 7 percent last week. Find out what factors fueled the increase.
New Home Sales End Year In Record TerritoryDecember new home sales rebound after falling 12% in November.
Quicken Loans - Mortgage NewsNew Home Sales Down, But Housing Still StrongDespite new home sales dipping 9.2% in January, housing remains strong due to job growth and low mortgage rates. Find out why procrastination might be costly for home buyers.
Existing Home Sales Dip Slightly in JanuaryWhile the National Association of Realtors report that existing home sales dipped slightly last month, 2005 is poised to be another very strong year. Find out how affordable borrowing costs are helping to fuel sales and whether they will continue.
Housing Starts Continue to Rise in JanuaryHousing starts continued the momentum from 2004, reaching a 20-year high in January. Find out how low mortgage rates are helping fuel new construction.
Low Rates Continue to Fuel Refinance ApplicationsDespite a drop in overall mortgage applications last week, refinance applications remain strong due to favorable rates. How long will these low rates last?
Mortgage Q&A - Reasons to Review Your Mortgage OptionsFalling mortgage rates are not the only reason to refinance. Find out why an annual mortgage review should be part of your financial plan.
Winter Home Maintenance ChecklistRoutine seasonal maintenance keeps your home safe and can save you money in the long run. Find out what projects you should consider this winter.
Fed Hikes Interest Rates Another Quarter-PointAlan Greenspan and the Federal Reserve have stuck to their "measured pace"strategy by increasing short-term rates a quarter-point. Find out how this will impact mortgage rates.
Refinance Applications Soar on Historically Low Mortgage RatesThe MBA reports that mortgage applications were up over 7 percent last week. Find out what factors fueled the increase.
New Home Sales End Year In Record TerritoryDecember new home sales rebound after falling 12% in November.
Home Coverage UncoveredUnderstanding the different types of home coverage allows you to better protect your investment. Find out more about homeowner's insurance, home warranties, and private mortgage insurance (PMI).
