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NYS Banking Department-Residential Home Mortgage Rates from HSH Associates Interest Rate Information Mortgage Rates The information contained in this section provides a sample of the mortgage rates by region across the state. The entities listed for each region are representative of the mortgage lenders in the region. This is by no means an exhaustive list, nor is it meant to be. The rates listed may not be the most competitive you can find and are meant only to convey a range. The Banking Department recommends that consumers shop around to find the rates and terms that fit their needs by contacting a variety of mortgage lenders including commercial banks , savings banks and mortgage bankers . The Banking Department warns home buyers and owners to carefully review the terms of any loan and to consult a lawyer before signing any documents. For more information and tips on mortgages, read Shopping for a Mortgage: What you need to know in the consumer section of this Website. Capital Region Warren, Washington, Saratoga, Schenectady, Albany,Rensselaer, Greene and Columbia counties Central New York Cayuga, Oswego, Onondaga, Cortland and Madison counties Finger Lakes Region Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Genessee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca and Yates counties Long Island Nassau and Suffolk counties Mid-Hudson Sullivan, Ulster, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam,Westchester and Rockland counties Mohawk Valley Oneida, Herkimer, Hamilton, Fulton, Montgomery and Schoharie counties New York City Kings, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx and Richmond counties NYC Co-operative Apartment Loans Five Boroughs plus North Country Jefferson, Lewis, St. Lawrence, Franklin, Clinton and Essex counties Southern New York Steuben, Schulyer, Chemung, Tompkins, Tioga, Broome,Ostego, Delaware and Chenango counties Western New York Niagara, Erie, Chautaqua, Cattaraugus and Allegheny counties First and Junior Lien Mortgage Loans- Calculate Your Payments Interest Rates in Text (for Downloading) Note: The Banking Department provides external links as a public service. The inclusion of, or linking to, other Web site URLs does not imply our endorsement of, nor responsibility for, those Web sites, but has been done as a convenience to our Web site visitors. Mortgage Rates provided by HSH Associates, Financial Publishers, Pompton Plains, NJ 800-873-2837 | Home | Search | SiteMap | | Interest Rates | | Credit Cards | MortgageRates | Home Equity Lines of Credit | | Home Equity Loans | New Auto Loans | Used Auto Loans | Last Modified October 17, 2005 FastCounter by bCentral

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VA Loans from the VA Mortgage Center 800-405-6682 Contact Why a VA Loan? Pre-Qualify VA Loan THE VA LOAN SPECIALISTS If you are among the 29 million veterans or active duty service personnel who are eligible for a Veteran Loan, the VA Mortgage Center can help provide you with the advice and resources needed to buy or refinance the home of your dreams, while ensuring you get the best rates on your loan. GET STARTED WITH YOUR VA LOAN Your State: Select... Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District Of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Unsure Loan Type: VA Home Purchase VA Refinance The VA Mortgage Center specializes in helping veterans with all of their mortgage lending needs. Loan Limits Increased - To $417,000! As of January 1, 2006, qualified Veterans and Active Duty military can obtain a loan of up to $417,000 or $625,500 in high cost areas- with no money down. Let one of our knowledgeable, courteous VA specialists help you maximize your VA benefits today. Prequalify now OUR PURPOSE The VA Mortgage Center is founded on 2 principles. First, we believe every military service member and veteran should be aware of their VA Benefits for home loans. Furthermore, we feel that any and all interested service members should be guided through the VA home loan process by a knowledgeable VA loan specialist. DO YOU KNOW IF YOU QUALIFY FOR A VA LOAN? Almost every veteran is eligible for Veterans Affair benefits like VA home loans. These loans are generally the best choice for veterans who are planning to make a home purchase or to refinance an existing home mortgage. YOUR VA BENEFITS The Department of Veteran Affairs, which originated in 1930, provides a variety of financial benefits for Veterans and their dependents. VA home loans are one of the prime VA benefits provided for by this Department. VA LOAN SPECIALISTS VA Mortgage Center's knowledgeable Veteran loan professionals are waiting to answer all of your questions and help you with the entire VA loan application process. You may contact one of our specialists using our simple online form or by calling a specialist at 800-405-6682. PRE-QUALIFY Apply online for a VA mortgage loan Whether you plan to Purchase a Home or Refinance an existing home loan for a better interest rate (or to take out cash), contact us to obtain your Certificate of Eligibility and get Pre-Qualified. Helpful VA specialists are standing by. Please call 800-405-6682 . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY LENDER " I was a bit nervous to make such a large purchase, but the VA Mortgage Center was there for me every step of the way. Kris, my loan officer, was extremely patient with me, and kept me informed daily as to the status of my loan. I love my new home! " - Paul St. Pierre E-7 Master Sergeant, McGuire AFB Read More Testimonials about the VA Mortgage Center VA Loan Information VA Loan FAQs VA Loan VA Loan Qualification Home Purchase VA Refinance Cash-Out Refinance Contact Us Privacy Policy The VA Mortgage Center is a private lender specializing in VA loans , we are NOT affiliated with any government agency . We originate loans in most states . In order for us to best serve our customers, the VA Mortgage Center may share customer information with trusted affiliates.

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Buying a Home - HUD HUD News Newsroom Priorities About HUD Homes Buying Owning Selling Renting Homeless Home improvements HUD homes Fair housing FHA refunds Foreclosure Consumer info Communities About communities Volunteering Organizing Economic development Working with HUD Grants Programs Contracts Work online HUD jobs Complaints Resources Library Handbooks/ forms Common questions Tools Webcasts Mailing lists Contact us Help Buying a Home Information by State Esta página en español Print version Email this to a friend Counseling and Education Housing counseling agencies can give you advice about buying a home. Find a housing counselor near you. Common questions Homeownership videos More from HUD Mortgage glossary FHA mortgage limits HUD approved lenders HUD approved condos Healthy homes Environmental maps Energy info About appraisals Links Rural housing loan programs Loan programs for veterans Freddie Mac Fannie Mae US Postal Service Mover's Guide The homebuying process can seem complicated, but if you take things step-by-step, you will soon be holding the keys to your own home! Nine steps to buying a home Figure out how much you can afford Know your rights Shop for a loan Learn about homebuying programs Shop for a home Make an offer Get a home inspection Shop for homeowners insurance Sign papers Step 1: Figure out how much you can afford What you can afford depends on your income, credit rating, current monthly expenses, downpayment and the interest rate. The calculators below can help, but it is best to visit a lender to find out for sure. How much home can you afford? Buying vs. Renting Need help with your downpayment and/or closing costs? Homebuying programs in your state A housing counselor can help you figure out how to manage and pay off your debt, and start saving for that downpayment! Find a housing counselor near you Step 2: Know your rights Fair Housing: Equal Opportunity for All - brochure Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) Borrower's rights Predatory lending Back to Top Step 3: Shop for a loan Save money by doing your homework. Talk to several lenders, compare costs and interest rates, negotiate to get a better deal. Consider getting pre-approved for a loan. Looking for the best mortgage: shop, compare, negotiate - brochure Let FHA help you Step 4: Learn about homebuying programs Homebuying programs in your state FHA loan programs offer lower downpayments and are a good option for first-time homebuyers. Let FHA help you HUD's special homebuying programs Good Neighbor Next Door Program - for police officers, teachers, firefighters and emergency medical technicians Homeownership for public housing residents Indian Home Loan Guarantee Program (Section 184) Step 5: Shop for a home Choose a real estate agent Wish list - what features do you want? Home-shopping checklist take this list with you when comparing homes Homes for sale (including HUD homes) " Fixer-uppers " - home purchase and repair programs Manufactured (mobile) homes Build a home If you choose a home in a neighborhood with a Home Owners Association (HOA), be sure to request a copy of the HOA packet, so you can review before closing. Back to Top Step 6: Make an offer Discuss the process with your real estate agent. If the seller counters your offer, you may need to negotiate until you both agree to the terms of the sale. Making an offer Step 7: Get a home inspection Make your offer contingent on a home inspection. An inspection will tell you about the condition of the home, and can help you avoid buying a home that needs major repairs. For Your Protection Get a Home Inspection Step 8: Shop for homeowners insurance Lenders require that you have homeowners insurance. Be sure to shop around. Homeowners insurance 12 ways to lower your homeowners insurance costs Step 9: Sign papers You're finally ready to go to "settlement" or "closing." Be sure to read everything before you sign! Settlement Costs and Helpful Information Content updated December 1, 2005 Back to Top FOIA Privacy Web Policies and Important Links Home U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 451 7th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20410 Telephone: (202) 708-1112 TTY: (202) 708-1455 Find the address of a HUD office near you

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Welcome to FHLB Cincinnati! -- -- Members Only Login User Name: Password: -- Terms and Conditions Privacy Policy Many documents on this site require Adobe Acrobat. Download Now Housing Workshops The FHLBank is holding regional workshops on the Affordable Housing Program (AHP) and Welcome Home program from January 19 through February 2 throughout the District. The AHP workshops will focus on the online AHP application, which opens February 1 with a deadline of March 31. Some of the topics included in the Welcome Home workshops are eligibility; program changes for 2006; and reserving, requesting and receiving funds. The Welcome Home program will open on February 1. FHLBank Cincinnati's Fourth-Quarter Dividend Approved The Federal Housing Finance Board's Office of Supervision has approved a fourth-quarter dividend of 5.75 percent per annum for the period October 1, 2005 to December 31, 2005, compared to 4.875 for the third quarter. This dividend will be paid in the form of additional shares of capital stock on December 31, 2005. FHLBank Closed Monday, December 26 and Monday, January 2 In observance of Christmas Day and New Year's Day, the FHLBank will be closed on Monday, December 26 and Monday, January 2. Happy holidays to all! Year-End Deposit Pricing, Advance Requests, and Funds Transfer Notices Due to the potential for volatility in the Federal funds market during the holiday season, the FHLBank has modified the following policies and procedures related to its services. The FHLBank will reserve the right to price funds from incoming wires received after 2:00 p.m. EST, at the prevailing rate at that particular time. In order to ensure same day credit for incoming wires, the wire transfer must be received by 3:00 p.m. EST . In addition, the FHLBank requires that all advance, securities, MPP activity and deposit program transaction requests, as well as outgoing wire transfer requests, be made prior to 2:00 p.m. EST on December 23 and 30. New Neighbors Hurricane Assistance Program The New Neighbors program was created by the FHLBank to provide housing assistance to households displaced by the 2005 hurricanes. Member institutions and their partner sponsors can obtain grants of up to $20,000 per rental or owner-occupied unit. The next deadline for rental applications will be announced in January, 2006. The New Neighbors Homeownership Program is an open window and available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, click here . CMA/Var 1 day 4.41% 1 month LIBOR 4.49% 3 month LIBOR 4.61% Reg Fixed 7.00 yrs 5.06% MMA 10 yrs 5.64% MMA 15 yrs 5.81% SPMMA 10-5% CPR 5.27% SPMMA 10-15% CPR 5.23% SPMMA 15-10% CPR 5.28% Rates Posted 12/29/2005 2:16:59 PM List of advance rates investor relations mark your calendar FHLBank 2006 Dates • holiday schedule • regional stockholder meetings • housing workshops • housing deadlines