Is Fiscal Policy the Magic Bullet?

Last February I wrote to you about how mistaken it was to see monetary policy and Fed intervention as magical cures for structural and solvency ... , permanently high home prices and endlessly expanding equity multiple bubbles. Why? Can't ... that terrified investors - many from overseas - will loan to us at shockingly low rates of interest [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 16:22:32

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california home loan mortgage second

Your kids are growing and your house is getting smaller. Thinking big? ... . You won’t regret it. You don’t need any equity, and this loan program will actually allow ... offered with a fixed interest rate for 15, 20 or 25 year repayment terms. If you have credit card [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 05:07:26

Home Prices May Be Nearing Bottom, Bank Equities to Follow?

I remain optimistic that housing is nearing a bottom ... traffic. Add to the fall in prices, the recent sharp reduction in 15 and 30 year mortgage interest rates ... news about loan losses. In my judgment, most banks in the US have been trying to get out ahead [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 07:24:00

Thinking Of A Mortgage Loan Modification? Evaluate Your Current…

Homeowners have different reasons why they need a mortgage loan modification. Many are prompted to apply for a new loan because of lower interest rate. Some are changing from adjustable rate to fixed rate. Others want to tap the equity of their home for home improvement, take a vacation or pay for college tuition.But whatever it is, mortgage refinancing provides an opportunity to save money. But how will you know if you can really save by refinancing your current loan. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-29 17:48:03

Handling Your Debt - What Tax Implications Are There?

by William Blake Sometimes when considering different ways to handle debt some fail to consider how some options may have a better tax benefit than ... to finance just about anything - an auto purchase, repayment of credit card debt… you name it. Even if your home equity loan has the same interest rate as your credit card it is still the better [more...]

Date: 2008-09-18 18:16:28

Is a Home Equity Second Mortgage Right for You?

Second mortgage Home equity loans are an extremely popular source of credit. Lenders offer dozens of varieties of loans making it very easy to tap the equity in your home ... equity lines that come with fixed interest rates. Many lenders charge upfront fees and large amounts [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 08:44:29

Consolidation Loan Choices Make Choosing Easier

by Daniel Atolben Debt consolidation loans were created solely as a means for putting all the debt together, or consolidating it, ... takes your debt total, and through many different types of loans, can, with the appropriate credit ... with the highest credit rates. Home equity loans are also valuable to a consumer interested in debt [more...]

Date: 2008-12-25 14:11:33

3 Ways To Consolidate Debt and Avoid Bankruptcy

If you’ve racked up a little more debt than you can handle, you’re not alone ... , that promise to erase or consolidate your debt for an outrageous fee. Although you will have to pay for debt ... want to consider consolidating your debt into a home equity loan. The interest rate is usually [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 15:42:12

How To Get Home Equity Loan Without Income Verification

A fixed loan option is perfect for individuals who know exactly how much money is needed and only want to borrow up to 125% of the property value and usually offers a fixed interest rate. The 125% loan allows the borrowers to borrow at any time, such as for home improvements or sending children to college. [more...]

Date: 2009-09-28 02:40:09

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