Archive for February, 2010
Administration pushed to expand foreclosure-prevention program
The Obama administration is facing increasing pressure from lawmakers and housing advocates to retool its troubled mortgage relief program a year after its debut as the housing crisis continues to deepen and spreads to more creditworthy borrowers.
Realogics becomes a Sotheby's franchisee
Seattle condo marketing firm Realogics has become a franchisee of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates. President Dean Jones said the…
Rates on 30-year home loans rise to 5.05 pct
Rates for 30-year home loans rose above the 5 percent threshold for the first time in three weeks, but remained near historically low levels.
Bankruptcy trustee alleges Mastro tried to keep pricey homes from creditors
An amended lawsuit against bankrupt developer Michael R. Mastro says he illegally maneuvered to keep two houses away from creditors.
Neighborhood of the Week: Rainier Beach builds on a proud past
This South Seattle neighborhood is seeing a growth spurt due to the arrival of light rail, affordable homes, new development and city plans to do even more.
Ohio man bulldozes $350K home to avoid foreclosure
Olympic caldron gives boost to waterfront towers
Flying blind on mortgage terms, fees could cost dearly
Jumbo mortgage market is beginning to thaw
Fannie Mae seeks $15.3 billion more in aid
Fannie Mae needs another $15 billion in federal assistance, bringing its total to more than $75 billion. And worse, the mortgage finance company warned its losses will continue this year. Fannie Mae – Freddie Mac – Business – Thailand – Provinces