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September 2011
- Mortgage application volume increases, reports MBA
The Mortgage Bankers Association's most recent Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey showed a significant increase in home loan submissions, as more borrowers attempted to refinance their loans.September 30th, 2011 3:44am - FHFA: Average mortgage rate declines during August
According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency, the average interest rate of mortgages sold to government-sponsored enterprises fell during August, representing the fifth-straight month of declines.September 30th, 2011 3:42am - Texas continues to lead country in job creation
According to a recent report from the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University, the state continues to lead the nation in terms of job creation, more than doubling the country's pace during the last year.September 30th, 2011 3:40am - Fixed-rate mortgages remain at or near historic lows
Freddie Mac's most recent Primary Mortgage Market Survey revealed that mortgage rates continued to remain close to historic lows for the second-straight week, which may prompt more potential homeowners into action.September 23rd, 2011 6:40am - MBA: Mortgage application volume up as refinancings increase
The Mortgage Bankers Association's Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending September 16 revealed the volume of home loan submissions increased as more homeowners attempted to refinance their mortgages.September 23rd, 2011 6:38am - Mortgage delinquencies down, foreclosures steady in August
A recent report from Lender Processing Services may serve as a point of optimism for the national real estate market, which has been marred by distressed properties and late mortgage payments in recent months.September 22nd, 2011 4:45am - Homeownership still part of the American Dream for many
According to a recent survey conducted by an online real estate company, owning a home remains a priority for many consumers who still consider it part of the American Dream.September 22nd, 2011 4:43am - Housing starts, completions down on monthly basis
According to data released by the U.S. Department of Commerce, the pace of residential construction during August showed fluctuations in all areas.September 20th, 2011 5:18am - More consumers opting for 15-year loans to refinance
According to recent data, an increasing number of consumers have begun applying for 15-year home loans in place of the normal 30-year terms to refinance their mortgages.September 20th, 2011 5:17am - NAHB: Builder confidence unchanged during September
According to data recorded by the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index for September, confidence among builders in the new single-family market remained virtually unchanged during the month.September 20th, 2011 5:15am - NAHB: Builder confidence relatively unchanged in September
Homebuilder confidence was stagnant in September from the month before, according to the National Association of Home Builders' Housing Market Index for September.September 19th, 2011 6:32am - Houston home builders upset with new fees and regulations
According to a recent report from The Community Impact Newspaper, homebuilders in Houston have remained busy lately, but many are becoming upset with new fees and regulations, which could threaten their business.September 16th, 2011 7:50am - Houston real estate market experiencing a 'comeback'
A recent editorial in CultureMap Houston referred to a comeback taking place in the region's real estate market.September 16th, 2011 7:49am - Government responsible for nearly 250,000 repossessed properties
A recent MSN Money article explained that due to continued home repossessions, the government is now responsible for nearly 250,000 properties.September 16th, 2011 7:47am - Average interest rate for fixed mortgages reach new lows
Freddie Mac's recent Primary Mortgage Market Survey revealed new lows for mortgage interest rates.September 15th, 2011 4:07am - Report: Houston job sector to improve during fourth quarter
According to a survey conducted recently by employment company Manpower, many businesses in Houston are planning to either maintain their workforce or increase hiring during the fourth quarter of 2011.September 15th, 2011 2:11am - National foreclosure activity declines on yearly basis for 11th straight month
According to RealtyTrac's U.S. Foreclosure Market Report for August, the nation's total foreclosure activity continued to decline on a yearly basis, despite higher monthly volumes.September 15th, 2011 2:09am - CoreLogic: National underwater mortgage total decreases
According to CoreLogic's most recent release, the nation's total number of underwater mortgages declined slightly during the second quarter. However, the volume is still high by historic standards.September 14th, 2011 6:55am - TD Economics: Economy to grow at meager pace next several years
According to a recent report from TD Bank affiliate TD Economics, the economy will continue to grow at a meager pace for the next several years as a result of many factors experienced this year.September 14th, 2011 6:53am - Home sales in North Texas increase during August
According to data compiled by the Texas A&M Real Estate Center, record-low interest rates for mortgages have driven more consumers to purchase properties in Northern Texas.September 13th, 2011 7:49am - Energy sector fueling Texas economy
According to a recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Texas' energy sector has been driving the state's economy, while other sectors have been unable to record growth.September 13th, 2011 7:48am - Editorial: New jobs plan ignoring housing sector woes
According to a recent editorial in The Los Angeles Times, the jobs creation plan President Barack Obama detailed in his speech on Thursday, September 8 failed to hit on one of the nation's more pressing areas - the struggling housing sector.September 13th, 2011 7:46am - Realtors struggling with sale cancellations
A recent New York Times report explained that Realtors nationwide have continued to deal with an increasing number of home sales cancellations, partially due to the waning economy.September 12th, 2011 7:48am - Fannie Mae: Consumers becoming more pessimistic about economy
Fannie Mae's recent national survey revealed consumer confidence continued to decline nationwide in August.September 12th, 2011 7:47am - Economists predict continued struggles for national housing market
A recent survey conducted by Reuters revealed a growing pessimistic sentiment among economists regarding the country's housing market.September 12th, 2011 7:45am - Consumer credit increases by $12B in July
In a surprising result, the amount of consumer borrowing in July doubled what economists had predicted and rose by $12 billion.September 9th, 2011 7:30am - Unemployment claims increase unexpectedly
According to a recent release from the Labor Department, the nation's jobless claims for the week of September 3 unexpectedly increased.September 9th, 2011 7:28am - Obama aiming for more mortgage refinances to provide homeowner relief
During his speech to Congress on Thursday, September 8, President Barack Obama spoke intently on increasing the market for mortgage refinancings as a way to provide economic relief to the country's homeowners.September 9th, 2011 7:25am - Mortgage interest rates reach lowest point, reports Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey revealed new lows for interest rates on the nation's home loans.September 8th, 2011 7:48am - Texas economy grows at moderate rate during July
According to a recent release from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, the economy in Texas grew at a moderate pace during July, as employment and home sales expanded.September 8th, 2011 5:43am - Banks may soon put a halt to sliding mortgage rates
A recent CNBC article explained that the prolonged decline of mortgage interest rate averages may soon come to an end.September 8th, 2011 5:42am - MBA: Mortgage application volume decreases after surge
The Mortgage Bankers Association recently revealed that the number of home loan applications filed during the week ending September 2 decreased from the previous week.September 8th, 2011 5:33am - Austin among best regions for homeownership
According to a list compiled by an online real estate company, Austin, Texas, is among the best regions nationwide to seek homeownership.September 7th, 2011 5:18am - Lower mortgage rates may be leading to soaring home prices
According to recent housing figures released by the government, home prices have begun to take off, perhaps a result of the nation's low interest rates for mortgages.September 7th, 2011 5:17am - Texas real estate recovery ahead of nation
According to a recent report, the housing market recovery in Texas continues to outpace the reste of the county.September 6th, 2011 6:38am - Contractors looking at Washington, Texas to build new homes
A recent article from National Public Radio explained that Washington and Texas are among the most sought-after states for homebuilders to erect new properties.September 6th, 2011 6:37am - More retail jobs being added in Houston
According to a recent article in the Houston Business Journal, the region has continued to add retail jobs during the last 12 months.September 6th, 2011 6:36am - Existing-home sales in Texas improve during July
According to Multiple Listing Services data compiled by the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University, existing-home sales throughout the state improved during July.September 2nd, 2011 7:21am - National foreclosure activity showing positive trends during second quarter
According to RealtyTrac's Q2 2011 U.S. Foreclosure Sales Report, activity involving foreclosed properties nationwide remained strong, but showed some positive signs.September 2nd, 2011 7:19am - Construction spending slows slightly during July
A recent report from the Department of Commerce revealed construction spending settled at a strong rate during July, however, it was slightly behind the pace set in June.September 2nd, 2011 7:18am - Nation's home loans hover near record-low averages
According to Freddie Mac's most recent Primary Mortgage Market Survey, the average interest rates for the nation's home loans remain close to record lows, which could entice consumers to purchase homes.September 2nd, 2011 5:16am - S&P/Case-Shiller Indices show home price improvement during second quarter
According to the most recent Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, property prices improved during the second quarter after declining in the first.September 1st, 2011 5:49am - CoreLogic: Home prices increase during July
According to CoreLogic's July Home Price Index, property prices nationwide continued to increase during the month.September 1st, 2011 5:47am
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