Quicken Loans - Mortgage NewsMortgage Misconceptions - You Should Always Get a 30-Year MortgageToday's mortgage myth, 30-year fixed-rate mortgages are always your best choice. Find out who a 30-year fixed is right for, and when you're just paying for security you'll never need.
Drop In Mortgage Rates Likely TemporaryLast week's dramatic decline in mortgage rates were spurred on by statements from the Federal Reserve. Find out why experts predict these rates won't last long and why now may be consumers'last best chance to lock in a historically low mortgage rate.
Housing Starts Tumble 17.6% in MarchDropping to their lowest level since 1991, housing starts slowed to a 1.837 million annual rate. Read more about the report below.
Mortgage Application Volume Jumps 6.1% in Latest SurveyThe Mortgage Bankers Association reported that mortgage applications rose 6.1% last week, with the purchase and refinance shares both posting gains. Read more about the report below.
10 Ways to Improve Your Credit ScoreThe average American carries over 9,000 dollars in credit card debt. Late and delinquent payments, bankruptcy and foreclosure can dramatically affect your credit score. Learn how to better manage your debt and repair a damaged credit score.
Understanding Credit Reports and ScoresYour credit score is a numeric representation of your financial responsibility that lenders look at every time you apply for credit. Find out how your credit score is calculated and see answers to common credit misconceptions.
Mortgage Q&A - Refinancing A 30-Year Fixed-Rate MortgageA couple currently has a 30-year mortgage at a good interest rate. They are wondering what the advantages and disadvantages of refinancing to an interest-only mortgage would be. Find out how managing your mortgage can help you meet your financial goals.
Curb Appeal - First Impressions CountWith summer fast approaching, many Americans are considering trading up to a new home. If you're planning on selling your home this summer, find out three easy ways to increase your home's curb appeal.
Job Growth Falls Short of Expectations In March110,000 new jobs were created in March, well below the 225,000 that most had forecast. As a result, mortgage rates have fallen, giving people another chance to grab a low interest rate.
Mortgage Applications Rise In Latest SurveyBoosted by a rise in purchase loans, mortgage applications rose 2.4% last week. Despite the overall increase, refinance activity dropped for the second straight week. Learn more about what's happening in the mortgage market.
Quicken Loans - Mortgage NewsMortgage Application Volume Jumps 6.1% in Latest SurveyThe Mortgage Bankers Association reported that mortgage applications rose 6.1% last week, with the purchase and refinance shares both posting gains. Read more about the report below.
10 Ways to Improve Your Credit ScoreThe average American carries over 9,000 dollars in credit card debt. Late and delinquent payments, bankruptcy and foreclosure can dramatically affect your credit score. Learn how to better manage your debt and repair a damaged credit score.
Understanding Credit Reports and ScoresYour credit score is a numeric representation of your financial responsibility that lenders look at every time you apply for credit. Find out how your credit score is calculated and see answers to common credit misconceptions.
Mortgage Q&A - Refinancing A 30-Year Fixed-Rate MortgageA couple currently has a 30-year mortgage at a good interest rate. They are wondering what the advantages and disadvantages of refinancing to an interest-only mortgage would be. Find out how managing your mortgage can help you meet your financial goals.
Curb Appeal - First Impressions CountWith summer fast approaching, many Americans are considering trading up to a new home. If you're planning on selling your home this summer, find out three easy ways to increase your home's curb appeal.
Job Growth Falls Short of Expectations In March110,000 new jobs were created in March, well below the 225,000 that most had forecast. As a result, mortgage rates have fallen, giving people another chance to grab a low interest rate.
Mortgage Applications Rise In Latest SurveyBoosted by a rise in purchase loans, mortgage applications rose 2.4% last week. Despite the overall increase, refinance activity dropped for the second straight week. Learn more about what's happening in the mortgage market.
Spring 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 spring.
Why 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.
Quicken Loans - Mortgage NewsMortgage Q&A - Refinancing A 30-Year Fixed-Rate MortgageA couple currently has a 30-year mortgage at a good interest rate. They are wondering what the advantages and disadvantages of refinancing to an interest-only mortgage would be. Find out managing your mortgage can help you meet your financial goals.
Curb Appeal - First Impressions CountWith summer fast approaching, many Americans are considering trading up to a new home. If you're planning on selling your home this summer, find out three easy ways to increase your home's curb appeal.
Job Growth Falls Short of Expectations In March110,000 new jobs were created in March, well below the 225,000 that most had forecast. As a result, mortgage rates have fallen, giving people another chance to grab a low interest rate.
Mortgage Applications Rise In Latest SurveyBoosted by a rise in purchase loans, mortgage applications rose 2.4% last week. Despite the overall increase, refinance activity dropped for the second straight week. Learn more about what's happening in the mortgage market.
Spring 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 spring.
Why 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.
Quicken Loans - Mortgage NewsJob Growth Falls Short of Expectations In March110,000 new jobs were created in March, well below the 225,000 that most had forecast. As a result, mortgage rates have fallen, giving people another chance to grab a low interest rate.
Mortgage Applications Rise In Latest SurveyBoosted by a rise in purchase loans, mortgage applications rose 2.4% last week. Despite the overall increase, refinance activity dropped for the second straight week. Learn more about what's happening in the mortgage market.
Spring 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 spring.
Why 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.
