Now that America is somewhat aware that the White House wants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to refinance as many underwater loans as possible it needs something else: details. Unfortunately, the fine print on the expanded HARP initiative won't be out for a few weeks. Meanwhile, potential customers are calling lenders trying to get more information – but there is none. But one thing we know is this: If you've already engaged in a HARP refi there is no double dipping, or so reports NMN's Brian Collins. In short, the mortgagor is out of luck. Will the White House change its mind on this one lone detail that we know about?
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The serial entrepreneur, who also created Rapid Reporting and American Transfer & Trust, plans to remain active in industry causes, a LinkedIn post said.
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Almost 45% of buyers received a seller concession this summer, while more than 15% saw a reduction in the asking price to go along with it, according to Redfin.
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With 55% of homeowners planning to renovate rather than relocate, demand for home improvement capital will be strong even if the purchase market slows further.
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Last week's bond market turmoil continued leading up to the FOMC decision on Wednesday, pushing the 30-year fixed to near or over 7%, depending on the source.
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The Securities and Exchange Commission said Rule 14a-8 exceeds its statutory authority and intrudes on matters of state law. Shareholder advocacy groups, however, argue that repealing the rule could reduce transparency.
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Brian Johnson's nomination to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau advanced to the full Senate Thursday morning in a party-line vote.
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