3 Things Home Buyers Should Know About the New Lending Reform Law

On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed legislation rolling back some of the lending restrictions enacted in response to the housing boom and bust. While the new law doesn't entirely do away with those financial reforms, it does have some significant implications for home buyers.

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5 Reasons People With Excellent Credit Scores Get Denied

You are proud of your credit score. Yet, when you apply for a credit card, you are denied. How can that happen? Despite what many of us believe, an excellent credit score is not a guarantee of acceptance. Here are five reasons why you could get declined, even if you have an excellent score.

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How to Buy a Home in USA

Nothing says you're truly an American like owning a home. And just over half of all foreign-born households living in the U.S. own their own home.

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Priciest of the year: Phoenix mid-rise sells for $100 million

A Phoenix office tower, located at the prime intersection of 24th Street and Camelback Road, has sold for $100 million. It's the priciest Arizona office sale so far in 2018.

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FHA loans fall in metro Phoenix, but that may be good for Millennials

Many real-estate agents, lenders and home sellers are seeing more Millennials purchasing their first house in the Phoenix area.

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Mesa approves lease to bring ASU to its downtown

Mesa's City Council approved a 99-year lease agreement Monday night that will bring Arizona State University to the city's downtown.

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Central Phoenix Mercedes dealership property turned into new apartments

The longtime midtown Phoenix home of Arizona's first Mercedes dealership has sprouted new apartments.

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