This would be hilarious if not for the fact it's true. If you are paying 6%, 5%, or 4.6% for your 30 year... you are a sucker. Get the 1 to 2% mortgage.... anything to keep this scheme of easy money and Americans spending going.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
What the Fed (WTF)? I Want my 1%
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