Friday, August 11, 2006

NAR: No Rate Hike Is a 'Very Positive Signal'

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The Fed's decision indicates that it realizes the vital role housing plays in the economy, says NAR President Thomas M. Stevens. NAR: RE...
Thursday, August 10, 2006

The Weekend Guide! August 10 - August 13, 2006

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The Weekend Guide for August 10 - August 13, 2006. Full Article:

Lower Rates Fuel Mortgage Applications

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Applications for U.S. mortgages rose last week for the first time in four weeks as interest rates slipped to their lowest level since March....
Wednesday, August 09, 2006

Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady As Slowdown Outweighs Inflation

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The Federal Reserve paused in its campaign of rate increases for the first time in 18 meetings, leaving its short-term target at 5.25%, bett...

NAR: Home Sales to Hold Stable for Balance of Year

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The housing market is in a process of stabilizing with little change in overall sales volume expected over the balance of the year, accordin...
Tuesday, August 08, 2006

Existing-home sales expected to fall 6.5%

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Forecast calls for third-highest total in annual sales Inman News Existing-home sales are forecast to fall 6.5 percent this year to 6.61 mil...
Monday, August 07, 2006

Real estate ownership doesn't guarantee tax break

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Absentee co-owner learns hard lesson By: Robert J. Bruss: Inman News DEAR BOB: About nine years ago, my parents helped me buy my first home...

Overnight real estate rates dive

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30-year fixed rate at 6.08%; 10-year Treasury yield at 4.9% Inman News Long-term mortgage interest rates were down Friday, and the benchmark...
Sunday, August 06, 2006

Keep Your Financial Footing at 22 So You Can Buy That House at 32

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Upon graduation, twentysomethings are presented with a laundry list of financial goals. Jonathan Clements's advice: Don't worry just...
Saturday, August 05, 2006

Seven Money-Stretching Tips For Sellers in a Cooling Market

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After a prolonged housing boom, homeowners are discovering that getting a good price for their residence is harder. Tactics to help you make...

Beware. Some Contractors Thrive on Scams: Tip-offs to a rip-off

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A 'drive-by' contractor offers you a deal. He's in a hurry, but you shouldn't be. By: John Morell: Los Angeles Times GARY KI...
Friday, August 04, 2006

Credit Score Checkup Can Make a Big Difference

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Lenders will check your credit score before finalizing your loan application. Is your score the best it can be? By: Lew Sichelman: REALTOR® ...
Thursday, August 03, 2006

The Weekend Guide! August 3 - August 6, 2006

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The Weekend Guide for August 3 - August 6, 2006. Full Article:

The Benefits of Buying a Home In a Cooling Real-Estate Market

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A house is still a good investment, if you plan on staying a while. Four reasons why now might be the time to make that purchase. By: Amy Ho...