The following is a statement by National Association of Realtors® President Chris Polychron: “The U.S. Senate’s alarming failure to renew the federal terrorism risk insurance program before adjournment will stall… Continue Reading Terrorism Risk Insurance reauthorization fails to pass Senate
Month: December 2014
Realtors® applaud passage of legislation to extend key real estate tax provisions
The following is a statement by NAR President Chris Polychron: “The package of tax extensions approved by the U.S. House and Senate, and headed to the President’s desk for signature,… Continue Reading Realtors® applaud passage of legislation to extend key real estate tax provisions
3 percent down payment mortgage makes a comeback
In an effort to open up lending to more low-income and first time home buyers, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced Monday that they will start backing mortgages with down… Continue Reading 3 percent down payment mortgage makes a comeback
Kentucky homebuyers targeted with solicitation, warning from AG
Attorney General Jack Conway is warning recent Kentucky homebuyers to be vigilant of official-looking mailings being sent by “Record Transfer Services” that attempt to sell homebuyers copies of their property… Continue Reading Kentucky homebuyers targeted with solicitation, warning from AG
FHA announces loan limits for 2015
On Dec. 5, 2014, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) released its 2015 Loan Limits. FHA’s calculation for maximum loan limits in high cost metropolitan areas of the country will remain… Continue Reading FHA announces loan limits for 2015