Although the decision was previously scheduled for the end of April, the FHFA has now pushed back that deadline. more..
Category Archives: Home Refinance
Utah metro areas among nation’s leaders in reduced foreclosures
Improved numbers in the Utah markets did not necessarily translate to similar results across the country, as foreclosure activity actually climbed in 26 of the country’s 50 largest metro areas. more..
Short sales surpass foreclosure property sales in January
Utah foreclosures continued to climb throughout the early part of 2012, despite dropping to 31 percent below figures observed one year ago. more..
Government relief program has only fulfilled fraction of its promise
An estimated 98 percent of all funds have been provided solely to unemployed homeowners. more..
Herbert announces two plans to simplify buying a home in Utah
The mission of the Utah Housing Corporation is to provide affordable housing options to low and moderate income Utahns. more..
Refinance should be conducted before job search begins
Many lenders will look upon job-seeking borrowers unfavorably, even if employment is very likely in the near future. more..
Renovations profitable if completed by trusted service provider
Renovations could enhance values just enough to make properties more attractive to buyers. more..
Refinance could save homeowners fines from municipalities
Englett’s bank has been the owner since foreclosing on the home two years ago, and since that time, the property has fallen into disarray. more..
Construction industry expects more green energy remodeling
Nearly a quarter of remodelers expect to conduct green remodeling by 2016, compared with only 8 percent that made the same claim this year. more..
Improving Utah economic conditions set pace for country
In January, Utah’s unemployment rate declined for the third consecutive month and its consumer attitude index steadied at about 20 points higher than the national figure. more..