2/13/2012 4:34:00 PM
Getting approved for a Loan
Taking out a loan can be the most stressful part of the home-buying process. Transactions typically take at least a month to complete. Having your financial situation scrutinized can be an uncomfortable process. Worrying about whether you will be approved ...
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2/8/2012 1:09:00 PM
FHA Waives Anti-Flipping Rule Through Year-End to Speed REO Sales
By: Carrie Bay The Federal Housing Administration ( FHA ) is extending the temporary waiver of its property anti-flipping rule through the end of 2012. FHA rules typically prohibit insuring a mortgage on a home owned by the seller for less than 90 days. In ...
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2/7/2012 11:32:00 AM
Housing Crisis to End in 2012 as Banks Loosen Credit Standards
Capital Economics expects the housing crisis to end this year, according to a report released Tuesday. One of the reasons: loosening credit. The analytics firm notes the average credit score required to attain a mortgage loan is 700. While this is higher than ...
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2/1/2012 1:15:00 PM
2011-2012 Cost vs. Value: Which Remodeling Projects Pay Off the Most?
By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, REALTOR® Magazine When tackling home remodeling projects, you’ll find some projects pay off more than others at times of resale. Remodeling Magazine , in conjunction with REALTOR® Magazine, recently released findings ...
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1/30/2012 11:54:00 AM
2011 Energy Tax Credits: What You Need to Know to Collect
2011’s federal energy tax credits of up to $500 for various home improvements are a far cry from what they were in 2009 and 2010. But if you upgraded to one or more of the following systems in 2011, you may be eligible to take a tax credit on your 2011 ...
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1/20/2012 2:29:00 PM
Twelve tips to sell your home
There are few things more frustrating to a seller than a home that sits on the market. It's stressful to keep a house in showing condition , and not selling can cost you lots of money. Use these tips as a quick guide to better your chances at selling your ...
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1/6/2012 4:35:00 PM
10 home winterization musts
Have you checked your furnace filter, insulation lately? By Bill and Kevin Burnett Inman News® It's been a mild winter throughout most of the country so far. That means we still have time to run through a foul-weather checklist. Here are 10 "must ...
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12/29/2011 2:05:00 PM
Is septic inspection really necessary?
Some buyers say 'water test' is enough to assess condition By Barry Stone Inman News® DEAR BARRY: When we bought our home, we did not have the septic system professionally inspected. Instead, we ran water at the sinks, bathtub and shower for more ...
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12/16/2011 9:07:00 AM
Real Christmas Trees vs. Fake Christmas Trees: Which are Greener?
By: G. M. Filisko Published: December 10, 2010 How do real Christmas trees and fake Christmas trees stack up when it comes to the environment and cost? We’ve got the dirt. You can pick up a basic fake Christmas tree for as little as $23 from Lowe’s. ...
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12/14/2011 3:46:00 PM
4 ways to attract more buyers to real estate listings
By Dian Hymer Inman News™ Some buyers are looking for a home that's located in a specific neighborhood. Others have more flexibility regarding where they live. But most buyers share one thing in common: They want a home that's in move-in condition. ...
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