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Local Market News

Seattle Jumbo Mortgage Opportunities

November 5, 2009 Local Market News

Jumbo home loans are available for Seattle real estate buyers and Seattle homeowners. Look at the opportunity to secure historically low interest rates today!

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Seattle Real Estate Sales Increase in King County

August 12, 2009 Local Market News

Local Seattle real estate home sales hit a 2 year high. Low mortgage rates, sliding values, $8,000 tax credit the reason?

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Seattle Conforming Loan Limits Increased For 2009 – 2010

February 24, 2009 Local Market News

2009 – 2010 Conforming loan limits increased by American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This law was signed in February 23, 2009.

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How current and future home owners of Seattle will benefit from the Stimulus Plan

February 19, 2009 Local Market News

What President Obama’s stimulus package means to home ownership, mortgage and real estate.

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Seattle Home Show February 14 – 22, 2009

January 27, 2009 Local Market News

Seattle Mortgage Reel wants to help spread the word for the Seattle Home Show taking place on February 14-22. As the nation’s longest running and largest consumer home show, the Seattle Home Show offers Northwest residents a “one stop shopping” experience in home products and services.

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Obama stimulus package could cut “jumbo” Seattle home loan rates

January 19, 2009 Local Market News

If you’re in the market for a new home in Seattle, especially in an area where housing prices are typically high, it might make sense to wait a few weeks. Doing so could mean a significant reduction in your monthly mortgage bill — that is, if the lending industry and congressional leaders have their way.

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Are Seattle home owners thinking refi? Look into it now, experts advise

January 12, 2009 Local Market News

Many Seattle home owners continue to wait for mortgage rates to drop. If you are on an Arm or looking to save money in the long term, experts say prepare to secure a fixed rate today.

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Seattle home buyers getting off the fence

January 12, 2009 Local Market News

Low mortgage rates entice Seattle home buyers to jump into the market. The perfect combination of low mortgage rates and flat home prices is a buyers dream in Seattle.

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Washington Homeowners, Is Your Mortgage Causing Financial Stress?

December 24, 2008 Local Market News

Starting immediately, Fannie Mae — the mortgage giant with an estimated 18 million home loans in its portfolio or in mortgage bond pools it guarantees — will allow borrowers who face imminent financial difficulties to request “early workout” loan alterations, even if they’ve never been late.

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