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If you like amenities but crave a small town atmosphere, these best small cities deliver. And hey are mostly in the northeast,

Want to save on closing costs? Try moving to a different state. Costs differ substantially by location. If that's not possible, however, we have more tips for you at The Mortgage Reports.

Housing markets are coming up roses, even though summer's over. Here's what you need to know if you're buying or selling today.

What's the mortgage and real estate forecast for 2018? MBA says home buying will pick up, but for now, sellers are still in control.

Mortgage rates fell slightly again, leaving analysts, investors and borrowers wondering when they are going to begin what most believe to be an inevitable move higher.

Making your mortgage payment just got easier -- if you have a Freddie Mac loan. But this innovation is likely to become popular with all lenders.

P2p mortgage lending is big news. Peer-to-peer lending has come to the mortgage industry.

When it comes to the appreciation value of a home, single men see a better return than single women.

Building is up, but so is buyer demand. Is increased construction spending by builders enough to alleviate price increases?

Fannie Mae just unveiled surprising new rules for home buyers and refinancing homeowners with student loans. Many formerly turned-down applicants will be approved this year.

One lender allows home buyers to use platforms like Kickstarter and GoFundMe to gather their down payment funds from backers.

Buying a condo in a college town can be cheaper then renting through the school. Compare school housing to the "for sale" market before you commit.

Mortgage lenders could afford to be picky when interest rates were low and business was booming. Today, they have to be less picky to keep business coming in. That could be good for anyone buying a home right now.

Mortgage rates are poised to move in September. Rates are low, but they may not stay that way for long. Analysis and advice.

One company, Loftium, has created a new opportunity, advancing the down payment for would-be homebuyers who agree to put their new home in a rental program.

Rates are low, but how long will they stay that way? Freddie Mac says: not very much longer.

Natural disasters frequently affect real estate markets where they occur. But Hurricane Harvey's impact could be far more wide-reaching.