The FHA in a letter today announced that effective immediately, it will loosen restrictions for one year on agency-backed condo loans while longer-term rules are established. The change will expand the definition of owner-occupied units to include second homes that are not investor-owned and increase the number of condominium projects that are eligible for FHA insurance. FHA anticipates that the temporary provisions will increase affordable housing options for first-time and low-to-moderate income homebuyers.
ABA DataBank: Holiday shoppers cautious with credit
According to TD Bank's Merry Money Survey, as the holiday season gets under way consumers are taking a prudent strategy to stay financially sound.