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Urban Institute: Here’s how HARP gave a much-needed revamp to the refinance market
Sep 22, 2017The number of times the government extended its Home Affordable Refinance Program from its original end date in 2013 is almost comical. However, there’s good intention behind each extension. According to a new blog from the Urban Institute, not only has the government refinance program saved borrowers billions of dollars, but it has also created a better foundation for refinancing government loans going forward.
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[Charts] Here are 3 facts about Harvey’s housing impact on Houston
Sep 14, 2017 -
How the increasing nonbank origination share is changing the housing market
Aug 30, 2017 -
Urban Institute: HereÕ how rising interest rates will impact the mortgage market
Aug 15, 2017 -
Urban Institute: 6 ways Fannie and Freddie can better serve the underserved
Aug 02, 2017 -
Credit availability hits highest level since 2016
Jul 14, 2017 -
Urban Institute: Inefficient appraisal system gives cash buyers the upper hand
Jun 05, 2017 -
Mortgage origination volume hits highest point since 2012
May 31, 2017 -
Urban Institute explains real reason for housing crisis
May 12, 2017 -
Urban Institute: Demand for institutional SFR financing will grow
May 11, 2017 -
Lenders: You can double risk-taking and still remain below pre-crisis levels
Apr 18, 2017 -
Value of housing market hits 10-year high
Mar 24, 2017