Articles related to "Mortgage Crisis"

The subprime mortgage market and US house prices have collapsed, resulting in negative equity for millions. Is Obama's mortgage bail-out plan preventing foreclosure?

Apr 22, 2009 - Asa Ghaffar

McCain wants to let the situation sort itself out with little government intervention. This risky strategy could save taxpayers money, but what about homeowners?

Mar 28, 2008 - Michael Cook

Home buyers should take a close look at adjustable rate mortgage products in the face of a U.S. financial crisis rocked by subprime mortgages comprising mostly ARMs.

Dec 5, 2009 - Vanessa Cross

Record numbers of homeowners are worried about the consequences of a missed mortgage payment. For some, a loan modification is a viable alternative to foreclosure.

Aug 16, 2009 - Anthony Vultaggio

First-time homebuyers in Canada will soon find it more difficult to secure a mortgage. But given recent events in the U.S., protective measures are essential.

Jul 12, 2008 - Doug Watt

With so many people affected by the current mortgage crisis, it's important to stay up to date and alert. Here are the latest happenings in the mortgage industry.

Nov 24, 2007 - Michael Cook

Obama, probably the most middle-of-the-road candidate on mortgage reforms, offers help directly to the people. His method is more costly, but could be effective.

Apr 1, 2008 - Michael Cook

Private Mortgage Insurance has lagged the subprime mortgage market, leaving insurers with big losses. Expect them to wise up and increase rates in the future.

Apr 30, 2007 - Michael Cook

The global financial crisis is an ongoing issue which put a number of countries into a recession and the major stock indexes into a downward spiral.

Jan 4, 2009 - Patrick Hinton

As part of a recent stimulus package the government has discussed increasing the maximum loan amount for conforming and FHA mortgages. Could this really help borrowers?

Jan 29, 2008 - Michael Cook