Scots struggling to meet rent or mortgage costs
ONE in four Scots fears they may not be able to meet their rent or mortgage payments at some point this year, according to Shelter Scotland.
Millions fear missing January’s rent or mortgage payments, says Shelter
Interest rate rise would put many more in trouble, with almost 60% saying they are already struggling to meet housing costs More than 3m households in Britain fear missing their rent or mortgage payments this month, Shelter has said, adding that an interest rate rise would put many more in trouble. Research from the housing and homelessness charity shows that almost 60% of people say they are …
Personal finance Q&A: Eliminating private mortgage insurance
Dear Liz: I bought my first home about a year ago. Because I had very little money for the down payment, I have to pay private mortgage insurance, which is a whopping $385 each month. My burning question about this is: How can I get rid of it? There must be a way to pay the loan quicker or…
You May Want to Refinance If…
With interest rates still below 4%, you may be wondering if it's a good idea to refinance your mortgage. Here are some scenarios where it might make sense.
Mortgage rates edge up, remain historically low
WASHINGTON (AP) — Average U.S. long-term mortgage rates edged higher this week, but they remained at historically low levels that could entice potential homebuyers.
Low mortgage rate not automatic lock to stay in home
A low mortgage rate turns out to be just one of a number of factors homeowners take into consideration when thinking about buying another house.
JAVELIN Mortgage Investment Corp. Confirms Monthly Dividend Rate for Q1 2015
VERO BEACH, Fla. — JAVELIN Mortgage Investment Corp. (“JAVELIN” or the “Company”) today confirmed the Q1 2015 monthly cash dividend rate for the Company's Common Stock.
Top 10 mortgage tips for 2015
After mortgage rates stayed surprisingly low in 2014, who knows how they will shake out in the new year? Either way, borrowers who want to refinance or buy a home have the best chance to get the lowest rate by knowing more, not less, about the mortgage game.
RBS shares hit by report of higher U.S. mortgage bond claims
Royal Bank of Scotland could have to pay higher than expected settlements to cover the cost of involvement in the mis-selling of U.S. mortgage-backed securities, The Times reported on Friday, pushing RBS …
Mortgage approvals down in November
The number of mortgage approvals made to home buyers fell to its lowest levels in almost a year-and-a-half in November, the Bank of England has reported.