The FHFA is cancelling their refinance fee
A pandemic-related fee on refinances is being pulled back, and lenders like Better Mortgage are passing those savings onto homeowners.
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about The FHFA is cancelling their refinance feeA pandemic-related fee on refinances is being pulled back, and lenders like Better Mortgage are passing those savings onto homeowners.
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about The FHFA is cancelling their refinance feeBuyers bidding this summer will deal with high seller expectations, competitive offers, and appraisal gaps; pausing the search may help avoid burnout for some.
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about As real estate prices peak, caution homebuyers against bidding too highA recent rate dip could save homeowners $300 a month on average. But acting quickly is key, as rates are expected to rise by the end of the year.
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about New low rates could help 13M homeowners saveWith home prices rising in major cities, shoppers who cast a wider net in their search may have a better chance at locking in a lower-than-average price.
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about Where to find affordable homes as prices riseMortgage rates remain near historic lows, but a decision from the Federal Reserve could lead the market to drive them higher in the next few months.
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about Rates are low but could spike soonAs summer kicks into high gear and the sustained price spike starts to slow down, reluctant sellers might be enticed by reduced competition.
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about Motivating reluctant sellers in a hot summer marketA dip in home sales slowed down the rise of home prices for the first time in over a year, giving today’s buyers a better chance of locking in a...
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about Home price hikes are slowing downThe launch of Fannie Mae’s RefiNow program helps homeowners cut back on their interest rate and monthly payments. Find out if you qualify.
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about Homeowners could save $3K a year with RefiNow. Here’s how to apply.Mortgage News: More homeowners are planning to sell within the year, but the market is moving faster than ever. Can buying online help you get ahead of the competition?
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about More homes are hitting the market in JuneMortgage News: Home equity is at an all-time high, and 17.8 million homeowners have a good chance of cashing out.
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about 17M homeowners could now refinance for cashNot getting caught up in the emotions of a competitive market is key to avoiding buyer’s remorse and successfully navigating bidding wars.
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about How to help your clients avoid buyer’s remorseMortgage News: Homebuying is more competitive than ever this year, with a surge in speedy, virtual sales, new construction homes, and a widening supply gap.
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about Buying a house in 2021? Here’s what to expectMortgage News: New homes now take up a record high portion of the market, and they may be more affordable than existing homes.
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about More new homes are for sale than ever beforeSellers are driving the market, but first-time buyers can still find success if they stay open to compromise and work with agents who set proper expectations.
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about Working with first-time buyers in a competitive seller’s marketMortgage News: Mortgage rates have dropped for the third week in a row, and homeowners are likely jumping on the opportunity to refinance at a lower rate.
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about More homeowners are refinancing as rates dipMortgage News: Builders are moving at their fastest pace in 15 years—but buyers are still likely to face tough competition for new developments.
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about New developments are going up at a record pace. Here's how to shop for them.Mortgage News: While a recent dip in rates may provide homeowners savings, the truth is, shifts in the market shouldn’t determine when it’s time to refinance.
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about Rates took a dip. Is it time to refinance?Mortgage News: Home prices are growing at their fastest pace in 15 years, but homebuyers still have options that can help remedy home costs.
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about How to keep costs down as home prices riseMortgage News: Homebuying season is upon us, but given the pandemic’s impact on the market, heavy sales and competition may not be limited to just one season.
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about Is homebuying season the best time to buy?Mortgage News: Even though rates are rising, they’re still low enough to save owners and buyers more than last spring when the pandemic began.
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