Mood of the Market
Part 1: Preventing another crisis
Free software program assesses probability of lender approval
All-in-one loan accommodates rehabs
'Hardest Hit Fund' targets 10 states
Does your loan provider disclose yield spread premium?
Loan mod program changes add short-sale incentives
Servicers share blame for some failed loan mods
30-year fixed just under 5%
Increase in mortgage rates offset by lower fees
Principal reductions to be offered to 45K borrowers
Lenders don't like 'skin in the game' requirement
Bogus title company, straw buyers used
Mood of the Market
Lower early-on payments can be painful in the long run
Commentary: No cheer in jobs, housing outlook