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Spring Real Estate Market Predictions and News
Written by Ilyce Glink on April 19, 2012
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There’s a lot happening in the real estate market these days, and the jury’s still out on whether or not we’re in a real recovery. Foreclosure rates remain high despite a national dip in foreclosure activity, and the mortgage industry continues to struggle. To top…
Universal Design: Good Design That Makes Homes More Livable
Written by Eve Becker on March 30, 2012
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When buying a home, building a new home, or remodeling an existing home, keep in mind design concepts that make your home welcoming for everyone, regardless of age or ability. You may find that such inclusive concepts, dubbed “universal design,” make sense both socially and…
When Selling a Home, End the Emotional Ties
Written by Eve Becker on March 16, 2012
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When selling a home in an unfavorable market, it can be hard to face some facts. Most likely, your home will not command the price you want. It might be hard to cut your losses and move on. And you may find you have more…
Loan Scam Red Flags For Homeowners
Written by Ilyce Glink on March 12, 2012
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As more homeowners are struggling with buying a home, selling a home, or facing foreclosure, they’re more at risk for a loan scam. Watch out for these red flags for home loan and mortgage scams. Have you been a victim if a home loan scam?…
Desperate Homeowners Tricked by Home Loan Scams
Written by Ilyce Glink on March 9, 2012
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Lots of homeowners are struggling through the real estate recession—their home values have been slashed, their mortgages are underwater, they’ve lost jobs, and they can’t pay their mortgages. Sound familiar? These homeowners are facing foreclosure or are attempting a last change loan modification—and they’re getting…
Signs of Life from a Struggling Real Estate Market
Written by Ilyce Glink on March 2, 2012
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Despite a slight decline in property values month-to-month, industry experts are cautiously optimistic that the housing market will continue its slow recovery. Low mortgage rates, combined with positive outlook reports from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and improving unemployment numbers, lead many to believe we’re…
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