Harvey’s aftermath: Flood insurers leaving high-end homeowners under water
Michael Barry, of the Insurance Information Institute, on why FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program policies may not be enough coverage for high-end homeowners.
Half of Houston homes, businesses hit by flooding may be uninsured
As rescue and recovery efforts continue in areas of Texas, some of which have received up to 30 inches of rain so far, a new report suggests a large portion of the affected residents may not have flood insurance.
Fannie Mae says over 36,000 homes in its portfolio in Harvey's path
Fannie Mae said on Monday 36,583 single-family homes whose mortgages it guarantees were in the initial impact area of Harvey, the most powerful storm to hit Texas in more than 50 years.
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___ Amazon to cut prices on Whole Foods staples like eggs, beef NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon is moving swiftly to make big changes at Whole Foods, saying it plans to cut prices on bananas, eggs, salmon, beef and more as soon as it completes its $13.7 billion takeover next week.
Average 30-year mortgage rate falls to '17 low of 3.86 pct.
Average long-term U.S. mortgage rates were unchanged to lower this week.
30-year US mortgage rate dips to 3.86 percent, 2017 low
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates were unchanged to lower this week, with the benchmark 30-year rate marking a new low for the year and its lowest point since last November.
Average US mortgage rates edge lower; 30-year at 3.89 pct.
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates edged lower this week.
8 expenses that account for 87% of the average household budget
Apparently, here's where all of our money goes.
Average US mortgage rates little changed; 30-year 3.90 pct
Average long-term U.S. mortgage rates were unchanged to slightly lower this week, continuing a pattern of little movement in recent weeks.
Average mortgage rates little changed; 30-year at 3.90 pct
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates were unchanged to slightly lower this week, continuing a pattern of little movement in recent weeks.
Should you own a home in retirement? Maybe not
A growing number of seniors are opting to rent during retirement rather than own. Here are some good reasons to go this route.
Average US mortgage rates little changed; 30-year 3.93 pct
Average long-term U.S. mortgage rates were little changed this week after declining for two straight weeks.
Average US mortgage rates steady; 30-year at 3.93 percent
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates were little changed this week after declining for two straight weeks.
Average US mortgage rates fall for 2nd straight week
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates fell this week for the second week in a row, despite the Federal Reserve's efforts to lift borrowing costs.
Why millennial mortgages are literally going to the dogs
More millennials are listing their dogs as the biggest factor in their home-buying decisions, behind marriage and children, a new survey says.
Fed leaves rates alone but moves closer to selling off bonds
The Federal Reserve is keeping its key interest rate unchanged at a time when inflation remains persistently low.
7 common expenses growing much faster than inflation
The prices of different products and services can grow at very different rates -- and these ones are getting pricey fast.
Long-term mortgage rates fall; 30-year at 3.96 percent
Average long-term U.S. mortgage rates declined this week after two straight weeks of increases.
Does the American Dream no longer include home ownership?
More Americans are renting than at any time since 1965.
Liz Weston: How debt consolidation can go wrong
Daniel Montville knew a debt consolidation loan wouldn't solve his financial problems, but the hospice nurse hoped it would give him some breathing room.