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If you’re planning to buy a house next year — and unless you’re in a position to make an all-cash offer — chances are you’ll be affected by some significant changes occurring in the mortgage application process beginning in January.  Several federal agencies are implementing new policies aimed a...

Mortgage costs for borrowers without big down payments and with less-than-perfect credit scores are set to rise next spring. Fannie MaeFNMA -2.59% and Freddie MacFMCC -2.66%, the mortgage-finance companies that currently dominate the mortgage market, are boosting the fees that they charge lenders...

The Top Benefits of Buying a House In today's economy many people are holding tight to their finances and buying only the necessities. Despite that bleak outlook buying a home is a dream many Americans still strive for. It's a good goal to have; it comes with great benefits. There are many banks ...