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2010
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The housing market will remain in hibernation this winter and, without the benefit of a federal home buying tax credit, keep snoring right on through the spring, according to two recent studies. However, by the third quarter of 2011, pent up demand could stir the market from its slumber and gener...
12/29/2010
There are a lot of steps in buying a home. Among the things you need to prepare for is the amount needed to make the down payment required by the lender. This is a form of financial protection for the lenders, and since they require this, borrowers have no choice but to comply. In the past, borr...
12/20/2010
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If you're in the market for a home, you're probably feeling pretty calm: Prices are falling,interest rates are low, and there are few other buyers to compete with. You can probably just hang out for awhile and wait for prices to fall some more. But how long will the buyer's market last? Convent...
12/17/2010
As you know it is important to have a good credit score. A high score can help you qualify for loans with the lowest interest rates, auto insurance at the lowest premiums, and even beat out your competitors for that dream job. However, having a good credit score is even more important today. Tha...
12/14/2010
With demand rising for reverse mortgages, senior citizens are particularly at risk of being misled and should be protected by greater government oversight of the industry, according to a report by Consumers Union and two California advocacy groups. In a struggling economy, older home owners are...
12/10/2010
Typically older homes possess more service issues than modern heating systems becauue they are heated by radiators. Steam heating systems are perfectly easy to live with if you put in a little work and trust a qualified professional for regular maintenance. In steam-heating systems, water is ...
12/08/2010
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A home inspection is an essential part of the home buying process. Without a home inspection, you can never be sure of what you're getting, and when buying a home that's a lot of money to gamble on uncertainty. A home inspection ensures there are no surprises and that you can enjoy your future h...
12/03/2010
