Housing News

According to CoreLogic, the improving market plays a major role in mortgage fraud, as it improves and declines simultaneously.

When Bank of America acquired Countrywide in 2008, they also acquired their problems. And fraud.

Although the average contract interest rate fell for many types of loans, mortgage application volume fell - the MBA points out that Columbus Day may have had an impact on the data.

(AGENT/GENIUS) - As Nationstar's new acquisitions take effect, many are raising their eyebrows at the widespread implications on the market.

Existing home sales fell slightly for the month but remain higher than last year and various housing stats are improving despite the expected hiccup.

One Bank of America employee has been charged with a scheme that put over $1 million in his pocket.

As the housing market cools down, Zillow notes that some markets are on the brink of a bubble and could benefit from a slow down.

Although political uncertainty continues to impact housing in various ways, home flipping is on the decline, despite profits being higher nationally.