http://www.bankrate.com/default.aspx Rates, analysis and mortgage-hunting tips en-us Copyright 2010, Bankrate Inc. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 08:10:02 GMT webmaster@bankrate.com (webmaster) http://www.bankrate.com/Images/logos/bankratelogo.gif http://www.bankrate.com/default.aspx 118 22 60 Each week, Bankrate.com surveys experts to gauge which way interest rates are headed on mortgages. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/mortgage-rate-trend-index8-152634-1.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/mortgage-rate-trend-index8-152634-1.aspx Mortgage rates fell to a new record low, but borrowers may find costs are higher than advertised. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/rates-fall-to-new-all-time-lows.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/rates-fall-to-new-all-time-lows.aspx See rates from our survey of CDs, mortgages, home equity products, auto loans and credit cards. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/interest-rate-roundup-for-sept-2-2010.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/interest-rate-roundup-for-sept-2-2010.aspx Greg McBride explains why mortgage rates are at another record low. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/mortgage-rates-for-sept-2-2010.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/mortgage-rates-for-sept-2-2010.aspx Can you afford to purchase the home of your dreams? A mortgage calculator may help. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/why-you-should-use-a-mortgage-calculator.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/why-you-should-use-a-mortgage-calculator.aspx Mortgage accelerator plans promise free you from loan payments. But are they worth the effort? Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/put-brakes-on-mortgage-accelerator-offers.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/put-brakes-on-mortgage-accelerator-offers.aspx Mortgage rates today continue to hover near historic lows. What do borrowers need to do to get a great rate? Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/getting-low-mortgage-rates-today.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/getting-low-mortgage-rates-today.aspx The Fed may give consumers the right to cancel mortgage applications and get fee refunds. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/new-rule-would-refund-some-mortgage-fees-1.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/new-rule-would-refund-some-mortgage-fees-1.aspx Home values are soft, but a green house cuts utility bills and can boost resale value. Find out how. Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/green-remodeling-fights-home-value-blues-1.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/green-remodeling-fights-home-value-blues-1.aspx In most states, there is no automatic grace period to cancel a sales contract without penalty. Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/homebuyer-wants-real-estate-grace-period.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/homebuyer-wants-real-estate-grace-period.aspx Underwater homeowners who skip out on their mortgages face a slew of consequences. Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/risks-of-walking-away-from-mortgage-debt-1.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/risks-of-walking-away-from-mortgage-debt-1.aspx Right now, 30-year mortgage rates remain near historic lows. But is this the right loan for you? Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/save-with-30-year-mortgage-rates.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/save-with-30-year-mortgage-rates.aspx New financial reform legislation aims to resolve thorny issues surrounding real estate appraisals. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/real-estate-appraisal-rules-changing-1.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/real-estate-appraisal-rules-changing-1.aspx Each week, Bankrate.com surveys experts to gauge which way interest rates are headed on mortgages. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/mortgage-rate-trend-index8-152214-1.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/mortgage-rate-trend-index8-152214-1.aspx See rates from our survey of CDs, mortgages, home equity products, auto loans and credit cards. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/interest-rate-roundup-for-aug-26-2010.aspx http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/interest-rate-roundup-for-aug-26-2010.aspx