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Recent Foreclosure Stories

Tactic won't slow foreclosure

A choice now about whether to pay down the first or second mortgage won't slow a future foreclosure.

Foreclosure scams

Economic and political forces may soon bring about a home-equity version of the stock market crash.

Assumable loan a solution?

Having someone take over your existing mortgage is fraught with potential problems.

Pay dues to stop foreclosure

Typically, a homeowners association can pursue foreclose on a property for the nonpayment of dues.

Refinancing? Know the details

The Home Affordable Refinance program is filled with tiny details that could derail potential deals.

Home Affordable Refinance quiz

Take our quiz to find out if you qualify for the government's Home Affordable Refinance program.

Bankruptcy may end loan woes

A Chapter 13 bankruptcy filing may help a homeowner get out from under a second mortgage.

Facing foreclosure: Now what?

With the bank foreclosing, you have more options than you think. Don't just give up.

Don't skip escrow payment

Skipping an escrow payment for a couple of months is a high-risk move that's unlikely to pay off.

Putting a home up for auction

Be sure to know the auctioneer's strategy for hawking your house before signing a contract.
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Overnight Averages
Product Rate +/- Last week
30 yr fixed
5.03%
5.02%
15 yr fixed
4.53%
4.60%
5/1 ARM
4.06%
4.09%
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30K HELOC
5.27%
5.29%
30K Home Equity Loan
8.33%
8.31%
50K HELOC
4.99%
5.02%
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48 Mo Used Car
6.99%
6.93%
48 Mo New Car
6.77%
6.57%
36 Mo Used Car
7.14%
7.03%
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6 Mo CD
1.26%
1.27%
1 Yr CD
1.71%
1.71%
5 Yr CD
2.94%
2.90%
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