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» How Much House Can $10,000 Buy?

Bankrate recently looked at what $400,000 can buy today in the real estate market. But I didn’t think that was realistic. Doesn’t Bankrate know we’re[...] read more »
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Home Ownership is Still the American Dream

The American Dream is still alive! Don't be discouraged and keep on working hard! read more »
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5 Factors That Might Burst The Housing Bubble - Canadian Finance Blog

We are heading towards the end of 2009 and the Canadian real estate market is on fire. Record numbers of sold homes, record prices, bidding wars… All[...] read more »
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The True Cost Of A Home: How Green Trends Might Save the Housing Market

There’s a paradigm shift going on in the US real estate sector. Yet will home owners justify paying extra for green building if the economic situatio[...] read more »
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The Friendliest Places in the US for Homeowners

Some housing markets have held up better than others. Dollar for dollar, these are the most healthy right now. read more »
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Banks Starting to Walk Away from Foreclosures

Banks are quietly declining to take possession of properties at the end of the foreclosure process, most often because the cost of the ordeal exceeds[...] read more »
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Where Should I Live in 2009?

Need some advices on what I should do with my apartment lease! Any advice is appreciated! read more »
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2010 Was the Worst Year in Housing Ever—So Is Now the Time to Buy?

How to avoid being a victim of a false start in housing... read more »
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Maybe You Shouldn't Take Advantage of the Down Market

Yes, that’s right, maybe you shouldn’t take advantage of the low prices and interest rates currently bringing the price of real estate to an all-time[...] read more »
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Four Parts Solution to Foreclosure Crisis that Government Should Do

Dr. Mark Dotzour, Chief Economist of the Real Estate Center at Texas A & M University, points out a four-part resolution to be taken by the governmen[...] read more »
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-> What Details Are Included In A HUD-1 Settlement Statement?

Looking to refinance & take advantage of these GREAT mortgage rates while you still can? Are you confused by the HUD-1 Settlement Statement? Read m[...] read more »
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Fannie Mae Lost $23.2 Billion Due to Foclosure Homes in the first quarter of 2009

Fannie Mae lost $23.2 billion due to large numbers of foreclosure homes that it had guaranteed. It has asked for billions more in funding from the U.[...] read more »
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Why Following the Crowd Can Lead to Financial Devastation: A Lesson From the Monkey — Faithful With A Few

The way that a monkey opens a banana can give us great insight into personal finance and investing. read more »
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Could Rent-To-Own Properties Help You Onto The Housing Ladder?

Before entering into any rent-to-buy agreement, it is important to consider all extra expenses and not just the monthly rent amount. To do this you s[...] read more »
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Never Pay a Premium to Pay Your Mortgage

Seriously. Never accept a mortgage that charges you any type of fee to pay your mortgage. A few different examples of how the banks try to take even [...] read more »
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