Under the Hood of Construction Costs: Three Things Making New Homes More Expensive
New research shows how rising construction, labor, and financing costs are making it harder and more expensive to build new homes.
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New research shows how rising construction, labor, and financing costs are making it harder and more expensive to build new homes.
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Fannie Mae reportedly dismissed roughly a dozen senior officials in a sudden leadership shakeup. Here’s what it could mean for mortgage rates, availability, and market stability.
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From Portland to rural eastern Oregon, down payment assistance programs are helping eligible buyers bridge the gap between saving and owning.
The buy-now-pay-later app you once used for luxuries may now let you pay your mortgage, rent, or utilities.
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Credit bureau Equifax yesterday unveiled a significant improvement in how lenders can provide borrowers with more accurate and faster pre-approvals.
It's the end of the 620 minimum credit score for Fannie and Freddie. But that doesn't mean a free for all.
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