Realtor.com has an article, based on information from a survey by Loan Depot, detailing the top mortgage fears shared by homebuyers. More, here.

 

As the Spring real estate market picks up, more buyers are entering the market. Mortgage applications are up 2%, according to a new report on CNBC. More, here.

 

Realtor.com shares a list of the ten cities that have rebounded best after the crash. More, here.

 

Mortgage rates have been fluctuating for some weeks, but have steadied out for the moment. More, here.

 

 

 

Being self-employed can sometimes present challenges when applying for a mortgage. Nav.com has an up-to-date checklist of requirements for getting approved. More, here.

 

This is mostly applicable to urban areas, but the managing director of Menlo Ventures, Venky Ganesan predicts some dramatic changes as self-driving cars become more prevalent. More, here.

 

Lauren Lyons Cole has a piece on the Consumer Reports site with tips to avoid being saddled with a mortgage you can’t afford. More, here.

 

Refinance volume is up 7% week to week. The average refinance loan size is also up. The full report can be found, here.

 

CNBC has a report, and accompanying video, on the Spring real estate market, and the advantage seller’s have. Additionally, home prices are up, nationally. More, here.

 

While the drop is not significant, rates remain near historical lows. More, here.