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Entries from December 2010

A Simple Explanation Of The Federal Reserve Statement (December 14, 2010 Edition)

December 14th, 2010 · No Comments

Today, the Federal Open Market Committee voted 9-to-1 to leave the Fed Funds Rate unchanged within in its target range of 0.000-0.250 percent.

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Make A Mortgage Rate Strategy Ahead Of Today’s Fed Meeting

December 14th, 2010 · No Comments

The Federal Open Market Committee holds a one-day meeting today, its 8th scheduled meeting of the year and 10th overall.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week : December 13, 2010

December 13th, 2010 · No Comments

Mortgage markets worsened last week as the U.S. economy showed additional signs of strength; and global demand for mortgage bonds slipped. Conforming mortgage rates rose for the fifth straight week.

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Fannie Mae Guidelines Change Monday. Apply Today To Lock In To “Old” Rules.

December 10th, 2010 · No Comments

Fannie Mae rolls out new mortgage guidelines Monday. Therefore, if you’re in the process of applying for a conforming home loan, consider giving your complete application by the close of business Friday.

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Home Affordability Reaches Record-Levels… Last Quarter.

December 9th, 2010 · No Comments

Prior to 2009, the Home Opportunity Index rarely topped 65. The index has remained above 70 ever since.

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Boost Your 2010 Tax Deductions By Making Your January Mortgage Payment A Little Bit Early

December 8th, 2010 · No Comments

Looking for an extra 2010 tax deduction? Consider making your January mortgage payment a few days early.

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Pending Home Sales Index Points To A Budding Seller’s Market

December 7th, 2010 · No Comments

The Pending Home Sales Index surged 10 percent in October as low mortgage rates and low home prices spurred buyers into action. The market looks different today, however.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week : December 6, 2010

December 6th, 2010 · No Comments

After a spectacular run that drew 30-year fixed rates to near 4.00, mortgage rates have returned to their highest levels since late-June.

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Understatement : Freddie Mac Says Mortgage Rates Rose Last Week

December 3rd, 2010 · No Comments

Mortgage rates are moving quicker than the news can accurately report them. This week’s Freddie Mac mortgage rate survey is an excellent example.

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Mortgage Rates Rapidly Rising On Jobs Data; More Risk Ahead For Friday

December 2nd, 2010 · No Comments

Mortgage rates are rising, up nearly 1 percent since mid-October. Tomorrow, rates could rise again.

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