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GFP Real Estate and Its Tenants Raise More Than $200,000 to Support Ukrainian Refugees
GFP Real Estate is pleased to announce that its "Support Ukraine in Crisis" campaign raised more than $200,000 to support humanitarian relief efforts on the ground in Ukraine.
July New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 35.5 Percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for July 2023 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 35.5 percent compared from a
Agencies Finalize Policy Statement on Commercial Real Estate Loan Accommodations and Workouts
Federal financial institution regulatory agencies today jointly issued a final policy statement on commercial real estate loan accommodations and workouts. The updates reinforce and build on existing supervisory guidance calling for financial institutions to work prudently and constructively with creditworthy borrowers during times of financial stress.
Workshop participants learn putting your best financial foot forward is a key step toward...
Homeownership had always been a dream for Sarah and Mario Aguila. The couple had been saving for years, paying attention to their finances, and never splurging on anything unnecessary. Finally, they decided it was time to take the plunge and explore purchasing their first home
How to Flip a House: A Quick Introduction
Are you interested in making money flipping houses? Did you know that foreclosures are on the rise in the US by 70% this year? If you've ever thought about fixing homes for profit, this is your year.
Don't worry if you don't know how to flip a house
How to Generate Passive Income
Did you know that 20% of Americans currently earn passive income? The idea of generating money while you eat, sleep, and live your life is undeniably appealing. In fact, we don't know of anyone who'd say no to a passive income stream!
Top 4 Ways To Reduce Home Loans Burden
One of the biggest hurdles to homeownership is the ever-growing home loan debt. The fact of the matter is that most people don't have a clear understanding of how long it takes to pay off a mortgage, which causes them to take unnecessary risks to meet their dream of owning a home.
Roofstock: The Right Way to Buy Real Estate?
Buying real estate is often among the largest individual transactions that a person will make in their life, so ensuring that you’re working with the right tools for a successful purchase is critically important. Most are familiar with online stock broker platforms that offer low and sometimes no fee trades and other features that appeal to first time investors, but there are increasingly options online that help to navigate investing in real estate.
Fundrise: The Real Deal for Real Estate?
Millions and millions – maybe even billions – of young people worldwide read news headlines every day about the skyrocketing price of real estate and feel a knot in their stomach. Owning real estate has historically been one of the rites of passage of adulthood and the basis for a solid financial foundation, but it is increasingly out of reach for many.
Down Payment Assistance Programs
A dream that so many people have is to become homeowners. But what so many people have a difficult time with is getting money actually to accomplish this. And the time that we live in now has made it even more difficult for everyone to earn enough money even to consider buying a home.
Wyden Announces New Bill to End Homelessness and Ensure Affordable Housing for All
Bill would house all children and families experiencing homelessness through Housing Choice Vouchers, expand essential services to ensure permanent housing stability, create new down payment tax credit for first-time homebuyers, and expand the production of affordable housing for low-income and middle-income families
Fixed-rate or adjustable-rate mortgage, which one is better?
When you take out a loan for your mortgage, you will come across two types of mortgage loan types - fixed and adjustable. Each of the two has its advantages and knowing which one to go for, based on your financial situation
10 Types of Loans: Make a Right Financial Choice
It goes without saying that it is always good to save some money knowing that you are safe in case some urgent need comes by or an unexpected situation. Although it does not always work like you want to or planned to
Money Saving Tips for Students
If you're like most college students, this is probably the first time you've had to budget and manage finances on your own. Although the idea of saving money in college might seem impractical between the costs of housing
Finance the Upgrades and Repairs to Your Home with these Government Guaranteed Loans
Buying a home and raising a family is part of what many consider the American dream. However, buying a home has become increasingly complicated as supply dwindles or stagnates and demand increases. As more Americans reach adulthood
How to Shop Around for the Best Mortgage Rate
Purchasing a home is a significant financial decision and will likely put you in a considerable amount of loan debt. Applying for a mortgage...
Real Estate Agents Eligible for PPP Loans Until March 31st
MooveGuru, the real estate industry's most extensive moving concierge service today announced that they have partnered with Blueacorn to give independent contractors the ability to apply for the federal Paycheck Protection Program loan program
International Housing Association Continues Focus on Access to Housing Finance
The International Housing Association (IHA) is continuing to focus on ways potential home owners across the world can access housing finance to achieve homeownership. Through “Housing Affordability: A World Challenge,”
What do I need for an FHA LOAN?
The Federal Housing Administration is one of the most comprehensive mortgage insurance in the world, offering its services in the United States. The FHA insures these loans as long as they are provided by their approved lenders on multi and single-family units.
Real Estate Developer Among Four Individuals Charged in Mortgage Fraud Scheme
A federal grand jury has indicted a real estate developer and three others for allegedly participating in a mortgage fraud scheme that defrauded financial institutions out of at least $3 million.