Maximum FHA Loan Limits Restored To $729,750

After a brief return to lower, pre-2009 levels, FHA loan limits have been restored. As signed into law last Friday, maximum FHA loan limits are — once again — as high as $729,750. The move creates additional mortgage financing possibilities in more than 650 U.S. counties, and promises to...

Mortgage Rates The Week Of March 29, 2010

Mortgage markets tanked last week, raising rates to their highest levels in a month. Most of the losses occurred Wednesday in what was the worst 1-day mortgage market performance in more than 6 months. Even Friday’s rally could barely dent the losses. Most of the movement was tied to geopolitical...

First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Ending Soon!!

Don’t forget that the end of the first time home buyer tax credit is in sight, and I have heard nothing about any extensions. Borrowers need to be in contract by April 30 and close by June 30. Seattle Mortgage Rates, Seattle Home Loans, Washington home loans, Washington Mortgage Rates Related articles...

Home Prices Still On The Rise

As reported by the government, home prices are rising nationwide, up 0.3 percent in July. Furthermore, versus November 2008, the Home Price Index has clawed back to unchanged. The housing market appears to be holding its own. However, we have to be careful about putting our full faith in the Federal...

FHA Streamline Refinance Update

This update contains the pertinent changes to FHA Streamline Refinance guides as outlined in Mortgage Letter 2009-32 and are effective on November 17th, 2009.. Here are the 11 things you need to know about these changes: 1. Current loan must have 6 months payment history. 2. Current loans with 6 to 12...

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