Popular Mortgage Programs of Past

July 7th, 2009

A look at back at popular mortgage programs of 2005. Are the wacky programs that contributed to the mortgage crisis still available today? See for yourself on how the Arizona mortgage landscape have changed.

http://www.examiner.com/x-13480-Phoenix-Real-Estate-Examiner~y2009m7d5-Year-2005–a-look-back-at-popular-mortgage-programs

Colorado Mortgage Rates

July 7th, 2009

Colorado mortgage rates at 5.27 percent, which is lower than the national average of 5.34 percent. Lowest mortgage ranges are in the states of Arkansas, Kansas, and South Carolina with 4.88 percent.

http://www.bizjournals.com/denver/stories/2009/06/29/daily61.html

Adjustable Rate Mortgage vs Fixed Rate Mortgage

July 7th, 2009

If you are sitting tight on an adjustable rate mortgage when you see fixed rate mortgages move to new historic lows, you need to rethink your strategy and consider refinancing to take advantage of locking in rates.

Moving away from an adjustable rate mortgage will be the best move you have made all year.

Blame the Government for the Mortgage Meltdown

July 7th, 2009

Why not? When someone starts pointing fingers and with enough rationalization, everything good or bad can be associated back to the government. It is always good to have varying points of view even if you may find it disagreeable.

http://www.peoplespresscollective.org/2009/07/politicians-caused-mortgage-meltdown/

Federal Tax Credit for Michigan Home Buyers

July 7th, 2009

Home buyers in Michigan will soon qualify for federal tax credits.  Prior home ownership restrictions apply towards the Mortgage Credit Certificate Program.

http://www.michigan.gov/mshda/0,1607,7-141-45866_53692—,00.html

A detail breakdown of what the MCC programs means to you as a first time home owner in Michigan.

http://www.mortgageloan.com/michigan-restores-federal-mortgage-credit-program-3384