4.25% 30-YEAR FIXED

There is a wide spread misconception amongst the general public that when they hear the government is dropping the Federal Funds Rate, it also means that 30 year fixed rate mortgage loans are also going to drop.

With interest rates at historical lows and mortgage underwriting guidelines changing, shouldn't you examine the benefits of a 15 year fixed rate FHA mortgage loan?

You could pay half the interest if you take out a 15 year mortgage when buying a home. Some even say it's better to rent until you can afford the shorter loan.

H.R. 5981 made changes to both upfront mortgage insurance charges and annual mortgage insurance premiums. Will it make 15 year fixed rate FHA mortgage loans more attractive and affordable?

When you go to apply for a mortgage it is important for you to know what type of mortgage rate you are getting. There are several types of mortgage loans available that have various features. This article will discuss fixed vs adjustable rate Mortgages.

I keep watch on the interest markets on a daily basis, watching the trends and have noticed that 30-year fixed interest rates are dropping.

This is an overview of the Series EE/E Savings Bonds modified as of April 30, 2005.

The fall of house prices has resulted in lenders tightening up on mortgages to protect losses. Interest rates can be fixed on variable products and mortgage payments are calculated by affordability,

Who won today - the Bull or the Bear?

Gold has retreated into the lower half of the range this week, weighed by weaker oil and a rebound in the dollar. However, the downside is thought to be limited by ongoing worries about the housing and credit crises and the implications of the GSE bailout.

Gold has adopted a consolidative tone below the $900 level as traders await this afternoon's (14:15ET) decision on interest rates.

If you are interested in finding out membership information about the North Carolina State Employees Credit Union (SECU) the following article provides some important details.

If you are looking for information about membership in the Vermont State Employees Credit Union (VSECU), hopefully this article will give you some useful assistance.

Mortgage buyers should beware of the mortgage with the interest-only option.

Amid rising foreclosures in the nation, Illinois Gov Blagojevich expands the I-Loan, giving low to moderate income families additional options in order to purchase their first home.

Chicago has committed to revitalizing the third largest public housing system in the country. Its mission is to improve public housing in Chicago, but not necessarily to rescue low-income residents from poor housing conditions.

At a loss with all the new terms you hear when you decide to buy a house? You, too, can speak "buy a house-ese".

If you want to get out of debt faster, read Dave Ramsey's Baby steps for free here.

Rising mortgage rates have often been used by prospective buyers a reason why not to buy. These excuses are invalid, and here is why.

Having bad credit can be the death of any loan dream. But with a little research and planning you may be able to reach your second mortgage dreams with little trouble from your bad credit standing.