Finance Blog
Last Options Before Foreclosure
Written by Ilyce Glink on January 7, 2013
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Foreclosure is scary. Before the bubble burst and the housing crisis hit, it was taboo to go through foreclosure. Now it’s almost common. And, unfortunately, despite the rosier outlook for the real estate market, too many homeowners are still facing foreclosure. The most important thing…
2012 Real Estate Market Roundup
Written by Ilyce Glink on December 24, 2012
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This past year was big for the real estate market—it’s the first time we’ve seen year-over-year increases in home prices since the market crashed around 2008. Interest rates remain low, and refinances, loan modifications, and short sales are all up—but it’s not all good news….
Tips for the Holiday Season: Decluttering and Donating
Written by Michelle Stoffel Huffman on December 10, 2012
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Right before the holiday season arrives is the perfect time to declutter, organize, and ditch your extra stuff. You’re not only about to receive a lot more stuff, but decluttering your home will also help keep some of that holiday-induced stress at bay. And decluttering…
Ten Steps to a Fair Appraisal
Written by Steve Cook on December 3, 2012
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Here are some steps you can take to protect yourself against losing a mortgage due to a low appraisal when you’re buying or selling a home. 1. Don’t rely solely on website valuations from Zillow, HomeGain, Trulia, or other real estate websites. The automated valuation…
Appraisal Update: Be Ready for the Worst
Written by Steve Cook on December 3, 2012
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If you’re planning on selling or buying a home any time soon, you would be well advised to brush up on the latest news regarding appraisals. Be ready to take steps to avoid the kind of appraisal problems that are killing thousands of mortgage deals…
More Homeowners Renting Single-Family Homes
Written by Ilyce Glink on November 26, 2012
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As homeowners are struggling to sell their homes, some are instead turning to an alternative option: renting. In addition, more companies are swooping into the market offering to rent homes for struggling homeowners, and more investors are snapping up cheap properties in order to rent…
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