Similar Articles

Browse Main Topics:

Business
Computers & Electronics
Education & Reference
Entertainment & Leisure
Family & Home
Finance & Investment
Health
Internet
Pets & Animals
Science & Technology
Society, Politics & Culture
Sports & Recreation

Similar Articles

BusinessWeek April 18, 2005 Gene G. Marcial	Doral -- After The Hammering The top mortgage lender in Puerto Rico saw its shares plunge from $38 in late February to $21 on March 15 when it filed a 10-K for 2004.
The Motley Fool January 19, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson	Doral Cools Down Puerto Rico bank's latest numbers may give pause to investors.
BusinessWeek May 3, 2004 Gene G. Marcial	Doral: Robust In San Juan Puerto Rico is a place not only for sun but also for stock winners. So says Donald Gimbel of investment bank Carret, which has accumulated shares of San Juan's Doral Financial
The Motley Fool August 22, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson	Doral Management Gets the Heave-Ho As this Puerto Rican mortgage banker tries to get back on its feet, some long-term management members get their walking papers. What will it do to the stock?
The Motley Fool May 27, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson	Doral Swoons Again A missed 10-Q filing deadline causes Doral Financial investors more panic.
The Motley Fool March 29, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson	Has Doral Fallen Far Enough? The Puerto Rican housing market is still hot, but concerns about this lender continue to swirl. Investors who can accept the risk involved today will probably come out okay in the long run.
The Motley Fool October 3, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson	Another Ouster in Puerto Rico First Bancorp cans its CEO and CFO, becoming the island's third major bank to change management. Investors, this sector is not for the weak at heart.
U.S. Banker May 2002 Robert A. Bennett	Smaller Is Better Smaller was better in 2001 among the nation's 100 largest banks and thrifts. For the most part, the success of the smaller companies reflects their ability to focus on highly profitable niches -- especially mortgage originations during last year's boom...
The Motley Fool August 18, 2010 Dan Caplinger	You Really Need to Do This Again Mortgage rates are down again. Time to refi?
The Motley Fool November 2, 2006	Mortgage Points, Explained If you're learning about mortgages, you'll hear the term "points" a lot. A "point" is 1% of the value of the mortgage loan.
The Motley Fool July 19, 2004	"Points" Explained If you're shopping for a new home and mortgage, you're going to hear a lot about points. Learn what points are before you pay them.
The Motley Fool April 20, 2007	Tough Times in Puerto Rico: Fool by Numbers The Puerto Rican banking company Popular released first-quarter 2007 earnings: Income Statement Highlights... Ratio Checkup... Balance Sheet Highlights...
The Motley Fool April 19, 2005 Stephen D. Simpson	Doral Faces the Music Under intense pressure, Puerto Rican Doral Financial management announces that it will revalue its floating rate instruments and take a charge. Assuming no more skeletons lurk in the closet, this is an interesting company for value-oriented investors.
U.S. Banker May 2003 Michael Dumiak	Performance Built One Mortgage at a Time Flagstar. Hudson United. Doral. USB's annual performance ranking proves being biggest doesn't make you best.
The Motley Fool August 9, 2007 Selena Maranjian	Get the Point on "Points" If you're shopping for a new home and mortgage, you're going to hear a lot about origination and discount points. There's a time you should pay points, and a time you should skip them.
The Motley Fool August 16, 2005 Jason Ramage	The Banks of the Caribbean One small bank looks poised to grow in Puerto Rico. W Holding is not only the best-managed company among its peers, but also sells at the greatest discount.
The Motley Fool June 2, 2007 Elizabeth Brokamp	Making Up for Missed Payments How to say sorry to your lenders and minimize the damage to your credit.
The Motley Fool January 3, 2012 Sean Williams	2012 Preview: Popular Here's what the new year has in store for Popular.
The Motley Fool July 14, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson	Popular but Struggling Times are tough for Banco Popular, Puerto Rico's largest homegrown bank. Investors, don't expect a dramatic overnight improvement in the business or its stock price.
This Old House December 2007 Keith Pandolfi	How to Escape Mortgage Disaster If you foresee trouble making you mortgage payments next year, don't panic - there are options out there to help you stay afloat
The Motley Fool December 8, 2006 Mary Dalrymple	Mortgage Power for Everyone Arm yourself with information before shopping for a home loan.
The Motley Fool January 3, 2005 Selena Maranjian	In Defense of Mortgage Brokers Mortgage brokers can save you money even if your credit score is high.
The Motley Fool June 30, 2005 Chuck Saletta	Ignore the Unknowable Investors know very little with absolute certainty, and that's especially true about the future. Focus instead on cold, hard facts.
The Motley Fool March 20, 2007 Mary Dalrymple	5 Reasons to Scrimp for a Down Payment Of the million or so hurdles you can encounter between you and your first home, the down-payment hurdle can sometimes loom the largest. It's not easy, but it can save you more money down the road.
BusinessWeek July 14, 2003 Anne Tergesen	Home Loans with Bells and Whistles Some new twists on mortgages offer more flexibility -- for a price.
The Motley Fool March 28, 2007 Mary Dalrymple	Don't Fail This Mortgage Quiz Avoid payment shock by knowing your mortgage's intimate details.
This Old House Sid Davis	Here's How to Finance Your Remodel Financing a remodeling project doesn't have to be a crap shoot. Here's a game plan for choosing the best deal.
IndustryWeek July 1, 2004 Karen M. Kroll	Life On The Island The life sciences industry taps Puerto Rico for tax breaks, educated workforce.
The Motley Fool January 28, 2008 Selena Maranjian	Refinancing Catch-22 Mortgage refinancing is available ... for those who need it least.
Entrepreneur February 2008 Crystal Detamore-Rodman	The Real Estate Deal Shopping for a commercial real estate loan can be tricky. Here's what you need to stay balanced.
The Motley Fool November 17, 2010 Dan Caplinger	Should You Pay Down Your Mortgage? Many people are doing it, but is it the smartest move?
The Motley Fool January 28, 2004 Selena Maranjian	Save Money on Your Mortgage Why spend more than you have to? There are a few ways you might be able to save money on the next mortgage you secure.
The Motley Fool March 30, 2005	15-Year vs. 30-Year Mortgages The mortgage you have in mind may not be best for you.
The Motley Fool June 9, 2006 Jason Ramage	W Holding Cheap? Don't Bank on It One Puerto Rican bank looks like an enticing deal, but W Holding is likely just a trap for value investors.
The Motley Fool April 23, 2004 Robert Brokamp	Don't Pay for Bi-Weekly Mortgages Most companies charge for a bi-weekly mortgage plan. Why pay when you can do it yourself and save hundreds of dollars?
The Motley Fool December 14, 2006 Mary Dalrymple	Mortgage Payment Blues If your mortgage rate is rising, is it time to refinance?
BusinessWeek July 19, 2004 Christopher Palmeri	Lenders Switch On Their Back-Up Systems After one of the nation's largest mortgage lenders announced earnings 17% below expectations, investors wondered if the nation's three-year-long mortgage bonanza might end not with a soft landing but with an earnings-pummeling thud.
The Motley Fool August 4, 2005 Selena Maranjian	Insurance to Keep Your House? Insuring your life may be smarter than insuring your mortgage. Here's why.
The Motley Fool December 31, 2003	Private Mortgage Insurance When you're buying a home, you may end up having to pay for private mortgage insurance -- though there are ways you might avoid it or eliminated it later.
The Motley Fool June 30, 2004	What's Your Down Payment? Learn to determine how much you should put down when buying a home.
The Motley Fool April 25, 2007 Selena Maranjian	Save Money on Your Mortgage There are several ways you might be able to save money on the next mortgage you secure. Here are some things to consider.
The Motley Fool July 18, 2005 Rich Smith	Profits Are Popular Puerto Rican banking giant Popular packs profits. While an investor would rather see declines among the bad entries, the next best thing is growth in the good numbers outpacing growth in the bad ones. And that, Popular had in spades.
The Motley Fool August 28, 2006	Is Refinancing Worth It? Believe it or not, it may not be too late to refinance your mortgage.
AskMen.com Michael Estrin	9 Mortgage Don'ts But no matter how much you owe, unless you're a lottery winner, you've probably used a mortgage to buy your home. Here are some tips on what not to do when making one of the biggest purchases of your life.
The Motley Fool October 16, 2006 Anders Bylund	3 Stocks That Missed the Mark A peek at companies that over-promised and under-delivered. Emmis Communications... Banco Popular... Alcoa...
The Motley Fool April 20, 2007 Nathan Parmelee	Not So Popular Now Investors, despite all the flaws, Popular is still the dominant banking franchise in Puerto Rico, it isn't ignoring the problems in its business, and it's priced as though it will continue to struggle for another year or more.
The Motley Fool December 12, 2006 Mary Dalrymple	Homeowners' Lucky Day A new tax break could make some homeowners even happier.
The Motley Fool December 31, 2004	The Reverse Mortgage Lowdown You can sell your home but stay in it -- sort of. A reverse mortgage allows you to convert the equity in your home into a lump-sum payment, monthly income, or a line of credit.
Entrepreneur September 2008 Rosalind Resnick	The Going Rate Think long-term when it comes to refinancing.
The Motley Fool November 21, 2006 Mary Dalrymple	Mortgage Math How long should it take to pay for your home sweet home? How a mortgage fits into your financial plan depends on you -- your goals, your plans, your spending habits, your financial personality.