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The Federal Bailout and Mortgages

Fight building on mortgages

Most congressional Democrats say the quickest way to save homeowners is to let them declare bankruptcy and allow judges to dictate new mortgage terms.
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Many Mass. homeowners may get mortgage help

More than 100,000 Massachusetts homeowners who cannot refinance at current low rates because of falling property values may now be able to do so as part of the Obama administration's housing plan. (By Jenifer B. McKim, Boston Globe)

The Fed, rates and loan mods

Will rates rise after the end of this month? Do increases in mortgage rates affect mortgage modifications?
Mortgage tips

Comparing conventional, VA, and FHA loans

Learn about the pros and cons of conventional and government-backed loans before you shop for mortgages. (Bankrate.com)
Mortgage approval made easy
Home lenders are picky and demanding when it comes to loan approvals. Here's how to make the best impression.
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 Home values: Check out the 5 best markets (Bankrate.com, 2/12/2012)
 6 tips for buying a newly constructed home (Bankrate.com, 2/11/2012)
Mortgage basics

Should you buy or rent?

Find out what you might encounter if you decide to embark on the journey toward home-ownership.
Home equity basics

What home equity entails

Wade through the gibberish and get the low down on everything from collateral to credit.
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Mortgage News from Bankrate
 Home values: Check out the 5 best markets (Bankrate.com, 2/12/2012)
 6 tips for buying a newly constructed home (Bankrate.com, 2/11/2012)
 Home prices fall even more, and sales rise (Bankrate.com, 2/10/2012)
 Video: First-time homebuying regrets (Bankrate.com, 2/10/2012)
 Paying down $29K HELOC balance due in 3 years (Bankrate.com, 2/09/2012)
 Home equity loan rates for Feb. 9, 2012 (Bankrate.com, 2/09/2012)
 To pay for your kid's college, HELOC or refi? (Bankrate.com, 2/06/2012)
 Home equity loan rates for Feb. 2, 2012 (Bankrate.com, 2/02/2012)
 6 worst home fixes for the money (Bankrate.com, 1/31/2012)