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Should I Refinance My Mortgage?
Source: Buy Side from WSJ--- For most people, the prime reason to refinance a mortgage is to lower their interest rate and monthly payments. So, when mortgage rates dipped to record low levels early in the coronavirus pandemic, refinancing activity soared. Right now,...
This is why you need a mortgage pre-approval before shopping for a home
Source: CNBC --- If you’re ready to begin your home shopping journey, make sure you get a mortgage pre-approval first. A mortgage pre-approval letter is an essential step in the homebuying process. Without pre-approval, it might be difficult to determine your budget....
Luigi Favaro Named CEO of Ontario Real Estate Association
He replaces Tim Hudak, who stepped down last August. Continue Reading Luigi Favaro Named CEO of Ontario Real Estate Association
Texas AG Paxton Accuses Rival of Planting ‘Fake’ Story on Mortgage Fraud
“There will be accountability for this blatantly false story,” Paxton wrote online. Continue Reading Texas AG Paxton Accuses Rival of Planting ‘Fake’ Story on Mortgage Fraud
Flood Insurance Relief Legislation Reintroduced in Congress
The bill’s proposed deduction would not apply to individuals who have a gross income of more than $200,000 or $400,000 for joint filers. Continue Reading Flood Insurance Relief Legislation Reintroduced in Congress
Deltec Homes Debuts New Hurricane-Resistant Housing Model
“We set out to create a smaller home that delivers world-class resilience and a truly elevated living experience,” said Meg Gore, CEO of Deltec Homes. Continue Reading Deltec Homes Debuts New Hurricane-Resistant Housing Model
USDA to Relocate Majority of Staff and Vacate DC Office Space
Employees will be relocated to Raleigh, Kansas City, Indianapolis, Salt Lake City and Fort Collins, Colorado. Continue Reading USDA to Relocate Majority of Staff and Vacate DC Office Space
Barry Habib Added to Fannie Mae’s Board of Directors
There was no formal press statement on the appointment. Continue Reading Barry Habib Added to Fannie Mae’s Board of Directors
Development Promoted as ‘First Solar Town’ Planned for Houston Area
The first portion of the development will encompass three 30-foot-high concrete wall industrial buildings. Continue Reading Development Promoted as ‘First Solar Town’ Planned for Houston Area
Trump Ally Sues to Open Fed’s Rate Policy Meetings to the Public
“It’s never been more confusing to understand why the Fed is doing what it’s doing,” said Azoria Capital’s James Fishback. Continue Reading Trump Ally Sues to Open Fed’s Rate Policy Meetings to the Public
Trump Tours Fed HQ with Powell
The president declined to denigrate Powell before the media, stating “I don’t want to be personal.” Continue Reading Trump Tours Fed HQ with Powell
Wisconsin’s June Home Sales Up for First Time in 4 Years
In review of the first half of the year, the WRA found home sales were up by a scant 0.1% from the first six months of 2024. Continue Reading Wisconsin’s June Home Sales Up for First Time in 4 Years
