Report: March housing activity at highest level since 2006 The Washington region’s housing market this spring is positioned to have an even stronger performance than last year — and that’s without the help of a federal tax credit to drive up sales. Early numbers are reminiscent of the boom years as the 5,432 pending home [...]
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Mortgage activity rises slightly
Mortgage activity rises slightly WASHINGTON, July 7 (UPI) — The volume of applications for U.S. mortgages rose in the week ending July 2, despite increases in long-term interest rates, an industry group said Wednesday. United States – Mortgage – Business – Financial services – Interest rate Read more on UPI
Foreclosure activity up in Lafayette
Foreclosure activity up in Lafayette The rate of Lafayette Parish residents losing their homes to foreclosure has nearly tripled in the past year, but still remains below the national average. There were 99 foreclosure-related actions in Lafayette Parish last month, a rate of about 1 in every 900 homes. That’s up from 36 foreclosures in [...]
CMHC expects Canadian housing activity will stabilize over the next two years
CMHC expects Canadian housing activity will stabilize over the next two years Canada’s housing market, which has rebounded from last year’s lows, is expected stabilize in the coming years as higher mortgage rates and other factors offset the benefits of increased employment. Read more on The Canadian Press via Yahoo! Canada News