FHA Loan Limit Increase to Benefit Consumers
4/18/2008 11:58 AM
With all of the challenges consumers are facing in today's housing market, there is some good news. The loan limits for FHA products have been temporarily increased nationwide, which will allow more borrowers to experience the benefits and protections afforded by FHA loans. The non-profit Pennsylvania Association of Mortgage Brokers (PAMB) offers consumers information on these loan increases that will be offered March 6 through December 31, 2008.  
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Tips on Refinancing
4/18/2008 11:57 AM
The downturn in the housing market has led the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates to their lowest point in recent history. Before taking advantage of the current mortgage rates the Pennsylvania Association of Mortgage Brokers (PAMB) recommends that consumers meet with a licensed mortgage professional to discuss how they might benefit from refinancing.  
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PAMB Featured in Jewish Exponent
2/26/2008 11:29 AM
Home, Home on the ... Rates Should Pennsylvanians be more optimistic about he housing market? February 21, 2008 - Ben G. Frank , Jewish Exponent Feature  
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PAMB Scholarship Award
2/15/2008 12:51 PM
The Pennsylvania Association of Mortgage Brokers (PAMB) is proud to announce that it will award five qualified local students the PAMB Scholarship Award.  
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Housing Related Tax Deductions
1/28/2008 4:07 PM
Housing Related Tax Deduction tips 
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President Bowersox Interviewed on Channel 8 Pennsylvania Newsmakers
1/26/2008 9:49 AM
This week's Pennsylvania Newsmakers features a discussion of the sub prime mortgage crisis and mortgage industry regulations with Frank Bowersox, President of the Pennsylvania Association of Mortgage Brokers. View in Windows Media Player  
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Subprime Loan Information for Today's Consumer
1/3/2008 11:04 AM
Consumer Subprime Loan Information  
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Mortgage Broker Association Introduces Lending Integrity Seal of Approval
1/3/2008 11:02 AM
Lending Integrity Seal of Approval 
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Is Homeownership Right for You?
11/27/2007 3:02 PM
As you think about your goals for the coming year, is purchasing a home part of your plan? If so, are you ready to take on the responsibilities of being a home owner?  
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Slowdown could hurt Pennsylvania mortgage companies
10/31/2007 1:11 PM
Slowdown could hurt Pennsylvania mortgage companies  
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Professionals in the Home Buying Process
10/31/2007 1:11 PM
As consumers embark on the home buying process, it is important to understand the role of each professional that is a part of the experience. The non-profit Pennsylvania Association of Mortgage Brokers (PAMB) offer consumers information about the main professionals that they will likely work with during the largest financial transaction of their lives: 
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Loan Program Options
10/31/2007 1:11 PM
Homeownership is one of the key steps to financial security and the realization of the “American Dream”. For most people, buying a home is the single most important financial decision that they will ever make. The Pennsylvania Association of Mortgage Brokers (PAMB) would like to make sure consumers are aware that a wide variety of loan programs exist and that consumers will ultimately be the ones to choose which loan program they will use.  
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Second Homes
10/30/2007 3:11 PM
With the summer season upon us, people may now be considering the purchase of a vacation home or investment property. The Pennsylvania Association of Mortgage Brokers (PAMB) notes that the simple difference between the two types of properties is whether or not the property will be rented out. If a property is rented for any period of time during the year, then it is considered an investment property. If it is for the sole use of the owner, then it is considered a vacation home.  
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Consumer Foreclosure Tips
10/30/2007 1:38 PM
American’s are seeing the rise of foreclosure rates across the nation, specifically in Pennsylvania, ranking as the 18th highest state with foreclosures, according to RealtyTrac.com. Consumers can prevent foreclosure on their home before it happens to them and the non-profit Pennsylvania Association of Mortgage Brokers (PAMB) offers tips for homeowners to consider.  
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Consumer Credit Score Information
10/30/2007 1:24 PM
Have you heard the term “credit score” before, but are unsure of what it actually is and what this number stands for? With the Spring home buying season upon us, many consumers begin the process of searching for their first home to purchase while others put their current home up for sale and look for a new house. Before you begin house shopping with your realtor, it is important to first learn more about your credit score and how it affects your ability to borrow money to finance your new home.  
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