Home Depot: Rising mortgage rates won't hurt housing market
The retailer says tax cuts and strong home prices will help drive home-improvement spending in 2018.
Home Depot 4Q profit rides strong home improvement market
The Home Depot Inc. on Tuesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter net income of $1.78 billion.
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Before you begin saving for a home, set a realistic goal about what’s in your budget, Palmer said.
Kept out: Loophole in law for the poor spurs gentrification
Jonathan Jacobs had almost no savings, a modest income and a credit report marred by a disputed cellphone bill.
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___ US mortgage rates climb to a nearly 4-year peak WASHINGTON (AP) — Long-term U.S. mortgage rates jumped this week to their highest level in nearly four years.
Long-term US mortgage rates rise for sixth consecutive week
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates rose for the sixth straight week to a nearly four-year high, a response to signs of rising inflation.
Fannie Mae to seek $3.7B cash infusion from US taxpayers
Jeb Hensarling (R-Texas) of the House Financial Services Committee referred to Fannie Mae’s proposed taxpayer infusion as a “bailout request.”
Long-term US mortgage rates rise for fifth straight week
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates rose for the fifth straight amid investors' worries about inflation.
Long-term mortgage rates rise: 30-year hits 4.04 percent
Interest rates on long-term home loans rose this week.
Looser mortgage lending requirements would boost US economy: JPMorgan
In a year when the economy is expected to perform exceptionally well, there may still be opportunities for more growth, including mortgage lending
How to leverage great credit without borrowing a dime
As average credit scores for Americans continue to rise, the question for many becomes how to use their excellent credit rating to optimize their lives without borrowing money or adding risk.
Ask Brianna: Should I tell my partner I'm in serious debt?
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Average 30-year mortgage rates slip to 3.95 percent
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates fell this week, making it slightly more affordable to borrow for a home.
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How to keep your smartened-up home safe from hackers More people are getting voice-activated speakers and other smart devices for convenience and security — but doing so could also be giving hackers a key to their homes.
Average mortgage rates climbed this week
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates increased this week, although they're lower than a year ago.
Long-term US mortgage rates rose this week after tax cuts
Long-term mortgage rates rose this week to the highest level in five months after President Donald Trump signed into law $1.5 trillion in tax cuts.
Fannie Mae sells $500 million bills at higher rates
Fannie Mae, the largest U.S. home funding source, said on Wednesday it sold $500 million of benchmark bills at higher interest rates compared with last week's sale of similar maturities.
Greece: Central bank backs post-bailout contingency loan
Greece's parliament is set to approve tougher restrictions against anti-bailout protesters who have sought to block the auction of homes that have gone into default because their owners can't meet mortgage payments.
What households need to know about the tax bill's impact
Federal taxes can be confounding in any typical year.
Long-term US mortgage rates blip higher this week
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates rose this week but remain lower than they were a year ago.













