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Canadian Household Debt Reaches $2.6 Trillion in 2025, Credit Reporting Agency Says
2+ hour, 52+ min ago (42+ words) Canadian Household Debt Reaches $2.6 Trillion in 2025, Credit Reporting Agency Says Canadians" household debt, ranging from credit cards to auto loans, reached a new high in the final quarter of 2025, according to a report from a consumer credit reporting agency....
How can we clear our $500,000 mortgage in five years time?
6+ hour, 32+ min ago (518+ words) March 1, 2026 " 5:01am A great goal to set yourself. If you have the risk appetite, the optimal scenario here would probably be to get the mortgage paid down, then re-borrow against your home and buy growth assets again. That way the new…...
Lawmakers target ‘free money’ home equity finance model
13+ hour, 30+ min ago (863+ words) A new bill focused on home equity investment contracts underscores a widening fight " and rising scrutiny of a model built around appreciation, not interest. A fast-growing home equity financing model that promises homeowners cash without monthly payments is facing mounting…...
Column: There are two Americas. Falling mortgage rates matter only to the wealthy one
13+ hour, 31+ min ago (787+ words) There was a McDonald's in my neighborhood that we would drive by often when I was growing up. Each time, I would read about the weekly sale advertised on the marquee underneath the golden arches. Occasionally, I would ask my…...
$200 billion housing move triggers immediate mortgage relief — who sees lower payments? Here’s new mortgage rate outlook 2026
16+ hour, 13+ min ago (99+ words) Owaisi questions the timing PM Modi's Israel visit; safe return of 60k Indians As Trump issues ultimatum, Iran counterattacks on US bases across gulf Netanyahu announces joint US-Israel operation over Iran PM Modi inaugurates Semiconductor ATMP facility in Gujarat India issues…...
FourLeaf Credit Union mortgage review 2026
17+ hour, 29+ min ago (830+ words) FourLeaf Credit Union " known as Bethpage Federal Credit Union until 2025 " is a Long Island, New York-based credit union that provides a wide range of mortgages nationwide. If you're looking for a no-fuss, affordable mortgage, FourLeaf should be on your list....
Realtors say we’re in a buyer’s market as Georgia home interest rates drop
19+ hour, 17+ min ago (433+ words) ATLANTA " Nearly 70% of Georgia homes sold below their list price in 2025, marking the most significant buyer's market in 13 years. Homebuyers received an average discount of more than 7% off the asking price as they navigated high interest rates and pandemic-era pricing....
A dangerous playbook is being revived for the giant US housing agencies
19+ hour, 32+ min ago (345+ words) Your guide to what Trump's second term means for Washington, business and the world The writer is a former chair of the US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, a former chair of Fannie Mae and author of the upcoming book "How…...
US mortgage rates fall below 6% as spring housing market season begins
22+ hour, 55+ min ago (501+ words) The US housing market is entering its busiest time of year with a notable shift in borrowing costs. The average long term mortgage rate has moved below 6% for the first time since late 2022, offering some relief to buyers preparing for…...
Mortgage rates drop below 6% for first time since 2022
1+ day, 51+ min ago (344+ words) Lower mortgage rates spark optimism for homebuyers and sellers as spring housing market heats up. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has dipped to 5.98%, falling below 6% for the first time in more than three years. The drop is welcome news…...