The average homeowner just gained another $25K in equity

Home equity continued to rise in the second quarter of 2024 as residential properties with mortgages collectively gained $1.3 trillion in equity over the past year. But growth began to slow during these three months, according to the CoreLogic Homeowner Equity Insights report published on Thursday.T

CFPB slaps TD Bank with $28M fine for consumer protection violations

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has ordered TD Bank to pay $28 million for illegal actions that could tarnish consumer credit reports and for not taking timely action to correct its errors.The CFPB’s investigation found that for several years, TD Bank repeatedly gave inaccurate accou

Graffitied Palm Beach Home Hits the Market for $725K—but Will Its Art-Covered Walls Keep It From Selling?

Realtor.comHome sellers are often advised to ensure their properties are as neutral as possible when it comes to design—a timeless and classic aesthetic is typically a smart choice.Simple color schemes help potential buyers see the home as a blank canvas for creating their own ideal living space.But

Mortgage Rates Plunge to 6.2% in More ‘Forgiving and Flexible’ Housing Market

Realtor.com; Getty Images (1)Mortgage rates tumbled from 6.35% to 6.20% for a 30-year fixed home loan for the week ending Sept. 12, according to Freddie Mac.“Mortgage rates have fallen more than half a percent over the last six weeks and are at their lowest level since February 2023,” Sam Khater, Fr