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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
November 10, 2017
Today's Headlines
Senate Bill Cuts Property Tax Deduction, Keeps MID
The proposed tax reform bill preserves the $1 million cap on the mortgage interest deduction, but will still lead to higher taxes for middle-income homeowners and lower property values overall.
Glitch in Messaging Apps May Expose Calls
A defect in nearly 700 iOS and Android apps could expose your private messages and calls.
Mortgage Rates Take Slight Dip This Week
Mortgage rates were down across the board this week, lowering borrowing costs for potential home buyers and refinancers.
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Freddie: Housing Bubble Fears Too Inflated
Housing price bubble fears may be overinflated, but economists are quick to say today’s market is not overheating.
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A new study finds borrowers are less happy this year, but some lenders score high marks when it comes to customer satisfaction.
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