SBA Opens Disaster Loans in Six Florida Counties

SBA Opens Disaster Loans in Six Florida Counties

Low-interest loans are now available for damaged homes, businesses and nonprofits in six Florida counties hit by the Oct. 26 storms. WASHINGTON — Businesses, residents and private nonprofits in six Florida counties affected by the severe storms and flooding on...
Why Agents Should Use Facebook Marketplace

Why Agents Should Use Facebook Marketplace

Marketplace listings can work for rentals, entry-level homes or luxury properties, with quick responses to messages being key to turning comments into customers. NEW YORK — Facebook Marketplace is often overlooked as a source for leads, but real-estate...
‘Revenge Saving’ Can Fuel Housing Goals

‘Revenge Saving’ Can Fuel Housing Goals

By Kate Ashford Experts say today’s “revenge saving” mirrors the extreme budgeting sometimes seen when buyers save for a down payment, as Americans shift from post-pandemic splurging. NEW YORK — Madison Hayes considers herself to be in her “full-blown...
Mortgage Rates: 30-Year Up, 15-Year Down

Mortgage Rates: 30-Year Up, 15-Year Down

By Alex Veiga Rates on 30-year mortgages ticked up to 6.24% from 6.22% last week, while 15-year rates averaged 5.49%, down from 5.5% last week, Freddie Mac said. WASHINGTON — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged higher for the second week in a row, though...
Housing Programs to Resume After Spending Deal

Housing Programs to Resume After Spending Deal

By Michael Rauber Federal housing programs are resuming after the shutdown ended, restoring FHA, VA, USDA and NFIP activity. Closings may still see delays due to backlogs. WASHINGTON — Federal programs critical to the U.S. housing market are set to resume after the...