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Who should refinance your mortgage?
May 22, 2013Before focusing on finding the best mortgage rates, refinance customers need to shop around to decide which type of financial institution they want to refinance with. Read more.
Mortgage rates pop higher this week
May 22, 2013HSH.com releases its latest Weekly Mortgage Rates Radar showing an upward bounce in mortgage rates from the previous week. The Weekly Mortgage Rates radar reports the average rates and points offered by lenders for the two most popular types of mortgages, the conforming 30-year fixed-rate mortgage and the conforming 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). Average rates for both rose during the week ending May 21. Read more.
Home buying bridges the gender gap
May 20, 2013Men and women aren't all that different when it comes to what they value when shopping for a new home. Read more.
The return of lower down payments
May 16, 2013Mortgages with low down payments are returning, making it easier for cash-strapped homebuyers to make the leap. Read more.
Mortgage rates push higher this week. More increases likely
May 15, 2013HSH.com releases its latest Weekly Mortgage Rates Radar showing increases in mortgage rates from the previous week. The Weekly Mortgage Rates radar reports the average rates and points offered by lenders for the two most popular types of mortgages, the conforming 30-year fixed-rate mortgage and the conforming 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). Read more.
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How to get preapproved for a mortgage
April 24, 2013Mortgage preapproval doesn't guarantee a purchase, it identifies how much you can borrow, monthly payment and proof to a seller you can qualify for financing. Read more.
5 ways to win a bidding war
April 29, 2013The combination of limited housing inventory and increased buying activity is sparking an increase in "bidding wars." Read more.
6 ways to shop for a refinance
May 01, 2013If you're eager to refinance at today's low mortgage rates, don't take the lazy way out -- spend a little time shopping for a refinance before you close on a new mortgage. Read more.
What you must earn to buy a home in 25 cities
May 13, 2013Here’s a current look at how much salary you would need to earn in order to purchase the median-priced home in your metro area. Read more.
How do I calculate my prepayment savings?
May 02, 2013Most of HSH.com's prepayment calculators allow for regular principal prepayments. Read more.
How to buy a home with long-term value
May 06, 2013Location, at least three bedrooms and two bathrooms, newer construction, a nice property, and a adaptable layout are all features that help homes hold their value. Read more.
Fixed rates continue trek toward record lows
May 01, 2013HSH.com releases its latest Weekly Mortgage Rates Radar showing another decrease in fixed mortgage rates from the previous week. The Weekly Mortgage Rates Radar reports the average rates and points offered by lenders for the two most popular types of mortgages, the conforming 30-year fixed-rate mortgage and the conforming 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM). Read more.
No more signing on the dotted line
May 09, 2013The piles of paperwork and signatures associoated with mortgages could soon become old news as new technology allows for the majority of the mortgage process to be done online. Read more.
The return of lower down payments
May 16, 2013Mortgages with low down payments are returning, making it easier for cash-strapped homebuyers to make the leap. Read more.
