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Good News for First Time Homebuyers_Orange County is now more affordable! -
 - Hillary Caston (52)   
According to the California Association of Realtors, the First-time Buyers Housing Affordability Index for California stood at 67 percent in the second quarter of 2009 compared with 49 percent (revised) in the second quarter of 2008. For California condos, that number is 70 percent. For the... ( added 2 days 4 hours ago.) |
What is The Stock Market Telling us About Boston Real Estate? -
- Jeff Persons (12)
Before I got into the Boston real estate market, I was a stock trader for about 5 years. The stock market taught me a lot of incredible exciting and painful lessons learned the hard way, and learn I did, but that's a story for another day. What I'd like to point out today is a pattern to... ( added 11 days 11 hours ago.) |
Foreclosure Homes to Green Home -
- Rick Merlini (63)   
Rick Merlini 
Buying a foreclosure home can be an opportunity to go GREEN. HOW?
Well first, buying an existing home instead of building a new one will decrease the demand on material like trees and other natural products that it takes to build a new home.
Secondly, because most foreclosures are in need... ( added 16 days 2 hours ago.) |
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Is There Toxic Chinese Drywall in North Carolina? -
Preston Sandlin (577)
I am asked this all the time. Is there toxic Chinese Drywall here in North Carolina and more specifically in Charlotte NC? Since I am a home inspector in Charlotte NC that is a pretty valid question. Before I answer that though I feel it is necessary to explain what the problem is with this... ( added 16 days 5 hours ago.) |
Why Every New Homebuyer Needs the Representation of a Realtor -
- Joe Cline (304)
When buying a new home, prospective homeowners are looking for the best deal possible, giving them the best home and amenities for their money. Many buyers mistakenly believe that bypassing a Realtor will save them commission dollars, as they are cutting out the "middleman" who will certainly... ( added 16 days 5 hours ago.) |
The Closing: What You'll Need to Complete the Deal -
- Joe Cline (304)
By the time you get to the closing, you've already done a considerable amount of work. You've listed your own home or notified your landlord of your departure; you've obtained a real estate agent and begun the search for your dream house; you've found that house and made a bid, which has been... ( added 16 days 5 hours ago.) |
Sometimes Lawyers Can Be Your Best Friend: Reviewing Mortgage Documents -
- Joe Cline (304)
It is, however, a really good idea to hire one when you're ready to take the mortgage plunge. A mortgage is a serious commitment that requires serious study. You're putting your whole credit rating on the line for 15 or 30 years and you'd best know what you're getting into.
One of the causes... ( added 16 days 5 hours ago.) |
Buying a Home: Consider Neighborhood Green Spaces -
- David Sporleder (6)
When families are looking for new homes to buy, they look at a lot of factors: what schools in the area are like, what kind of amenities are close by, the state of the houses in the neighborhood, how long it would take to drive to work, and many other elements. What people sometimes forget to... ( added 18 days 11 hours ago.) |
Laguna Beach, a Perfect Place to Call Home -
- Hillary Caston (52)
Most people dream of living their life near the beach. Coastal living has a unique charm and there is no better place to live out your dreams than with a Laguna Beach Home. Laguna Beach, California is one of the most alluring places in the United States with one of the most attractive selection... ( added 6 hours 14 minutes ago.) |
A Buyers Agents List of 5 Mission Critical Items to Check before Buying a Condo -
- Jeff Persons (12)
Don't let your new condo cost you money, at least not in your first 5 years of ownership.
Here is my list of musts!
Watch out for noise transference.
Some condos get a lot of noise transference, especially the old townhouses built from 1850 to 1900. The noise may come from side to... ( added 2 days 13 hours ago.) |
First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit - New & Improved! -
- Rob Thomson (189)
It looks like the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit may be sticking around a little longer than originally planned. There are still a few questions regarding amendments requested by the Senate Republicans, but if all can be smoothed over, the credit will be extended until April 30.
Introduced... ( added 3 days 11 hours ago.) |
Counseling and Down Payment Assistance with the Austin Housing Finance Corporation -
Joe Cline (304)
If you're a first time homebuyer in Austin, Texas, there are quite a few resources available to you. Buying a home for the first time is very exciting but it can also be a time of confusion and stress. Making a large investment like a home purchase requires a lot of paperwork, approval processes... ( added 5 days 17 hours ago.) |
Mortgages Everett: Trial by Press Release Another Example of Poor Journalism Part 1 of 2 -
- Jim Johnson (52)
Lend America and Mike Ashley have been charged with massive fraud by HUD. But the trail starts almost 20 years ago.
Just a bit of background here. Fraud risk in the mortgage industry
surged more than 11% from Q209 to Q309, according to a mortgage fraud
risk index compiled by Agoura... ( added 10 days 6 hours ago.) |
Finding an Awesome Buyers Agent -
- Carolyn Capalbo (73)
If you're looking for a great buyer's agent, be prepared to do a lot of interviewing. Unless you're lucky enough to have met someone with whom you click' right off the bat, finding a good fit for your home search is going to take some deliberate evaluation.
You can find buyer's agents... ( added 11 days 9 hours ago.) |
The Stages of Home Buying Preparation -
- Lauren Spencer (78)
There are many prospective home buyers searching the market at present just looking for the right home at the right price. While there could possibly be many clients coming through your home to check it out and see if it's the right option for them, it is important to realise that there are three... ( added 11 days 12 hours ago.) |
Homes For Sale Everett: What Is the Best Way To Buy a Home Today -
- Jim Johnson (52)
In the "old" days a home buyer was required to have 20% for a down payment. Then in the 1950's along came mortgage insurance offered by a company called MGIC. They pioneered the MI industry. If you had less than 20% down they offered a kind on mortgage insurance to insure the lender that if you... ( added 12 days 5 hours ago.) |
Living the Good Life in Charleston, SC -
- Mike Ciucci (278)
For anyone interested in buying a home in a city that comes with a piece of the good life, Charleston, South Carolina is a good place to start. With a mild climate and plenty of recreation options to keep people busy year-round, Charleston is likely to fill all the items on anyone's home shopping... ( added 15 days 10 hours ago.) |
Buying a New Home: Neighborhood Elements That Really Add Value -
- David Abernathy (117)
The economic climate over the past few years has been tumultuous for a great many people; gas prices have fluctuated with a disturbing trend to being prohibitively expensive while housing values have crashed. As the housing market struggles to recover, it has become more desirable for many home... ( added 16 days 10 hours ago.) |
Are all For sale by owners a good deal? -
- Joe Cline (304)
For Sale By Owner homes are on the rise as people seek to save money while they are selling their homes. While FSBO's are very attractive from the seller's perspective, they may not always be for the buyer. The following are some considerations that you may want to take in account when you see a... ( added 17 days 15 hours ago.) |
Buying Commercial Real Estate - Risk or Reward? -
- Rob Thomson (189)
For people who are in business, owning a building can make economical and practical sense. But this is a risk, and there are a number of things to consider before you leap in to a significant commitment.
As with most real estate purchases - residential or commercial - the best advice on where... ( added 18 days 8 hours ago.) |
Buying Your Dream Haunted House -
- Rob Thomson (189)
While the thought of buying a genuine haunted house is an exciting proposition for many people, it is important that you do your homework when looking at prospective properties to make sure that you're getting the real deal and the best haunted house for your dollar.
Don't just rely on... ( added 18 days 12 hours ago.) |
A Bungalow Could Be Your Rehab Dream -
- Julie Newman (2,136) 
Have you ever noticed all the attention that the venerable bungalow receives. There are magazines devoted to them. Festivals about them. Communities even have bungalow walks every year where home owners will open up their homes for people to walk through and enjoy all the hard work they have... ( added 13 days ago.) |
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Can a Retired Couple In Their 60s Qualify for a Good Mortgage Today? -
Krista Scruggs (2)
My wife and I are at a time in our lives when we are looking to live the good life. As seniors we are ready to start a new beginning and truly enjoy the twilight of our lives together in a small little home that is perfect to fit our needs. Our main concern is that we will be able to pay for a... ( added 16 days 6 hours ago.) |
The Perfect Interest Rate: Waiting to Buy Your Next Home -
Lee Keadle (2)
Whether you're buying or refinancing, you've probably been watching interest rates go down (and back up) over the past few months. You may be waiting to buy a home or refinance until rates go back down below the five percent mark. If so, then ask yourself two questions. First, how long have you... ( added 19 days 8 hours ago.) |
Things to Do in Summerville, SC -
Lee Keadle (2)
Whether you're looking for something to do or are simply trying to learn more about the area, you'll find below 7 of the top things to do in Summerville, SC.
1) Shopping: Some of the best shopping will be at Azalea Square, which is just off Highway 17 (also called North Main Street). This... ( added 19 days 8 hours ago.) |
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