Consumer Guide To Refinancing Links

Meet the obscure federal regulator who's not helping homeowners

Democrats and Obama administration officials have been frustrated with Edward DeMarco, saying his narrow focus on Fannie and Freddie's health has hurt the housing market.

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Shaun Donovan, 2/1/12

Release Time:  For Immediate Release Location:  James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 1:22 P.M. EST         MR. CARNEY:  Thank you all for being here, ladies and gentlemen.  Today, as you probably noticed when you closely watched the President's remarks earlier, is all about the initiatives he's put forward to help responsible homeowners.  I have with me here today the Secretary of Housing and ...

Has Housing Really Bottomed?

Massive intervention by Federal agencies and the Federal Reserve have kept the market from discovering price and the risk premium in real estate. That sets up a "catch the falling knife" possibility for impatient real estate investors.

Full Text: State of the Union

Below is the full text of tonight's State of the Union address released by the White House:

Transcript of the State of the Union

Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow Americans: