8/5/2008 9:53:00 PM
Housing Legislation Can Help The Housing Market
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) President Sandy Dunn praised the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 that was signed into law on July 30. “We believe this landmark legislation is vital to address the turmoil in the financial and housing ...
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8/4/2008 11:16:00 AM
The Housing and Economic Recovery Act
This week, President Bush signed the "Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008" into law. This $300 Billion rescue plan is aimed at helping struggling homeowners avoid foreclosure, as well as boost confidence in the housing market. Although the ...
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7/17/2008 10:39:00 AM
Focus on the Lender: An Interview w/Dean Wong - First Cap. Mortgage
In an effort to find solutions for my Buyers, I took the time to interview Dean Wong at First Capital Mortgage . I have known Dean for 5 years and have worked with him on many transactions. TOM :First of all Dean, thank you for taking time to chat with me. ...
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7/16/2008 9:41:00 AM
Kitchen Trends
Home shows this year are exhibiting Kitchens that have continued the use of glass as a key design element . Once used as a decorative backsplash element, it is being used as both front material as well as a counter top. Colored, frosted, painted and etched ...
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7/14/2008 1:35:00 PM
Prices are Rising-for four straight months!!
Prices have risen for four straight months. The median home price has fallen from a high of $230,200 in July 2006 to a low in February 2008 at $195,600, a drop of 15%. Since February, however, it has risen steadily every month. By May the index (which will ...
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7/14/2008 10:45:00 AM
Economic Calendar for the Week of July 14 – July 18
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7/14/2008 10:01:00 AM
Ways to Save on Cooling Costs
Heating and air conditioning usually represent the biggest portion of home energy bills. As we head into the hottest part of the year, here are some ideas from author and home improvement expert Don Vandervort that will help you stay cool...and save money ...
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7/14/2008 9:58:00 AM
Forecast for the Week - July 14, 2008
We could be in for another explosive week, as several reports will show the impact inflation continues to have on the economy. Tuesday will bring the wholesale inflation measuring Producer Price Index as well as the Retail Sales Report, which measures the ...
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6/4/2008 2:07:00 PM
Buyers Hurry!--Housing Market doing a 180
Homes are now more affordable then they have been in years. As soon as I state this, the market could turn the other way. It may be many months before we see balance in the markets, but it is coming. Price reductions have increased dramatically in the past ...
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5/14/2008 10:24:00 PM
Real Estate Foreclosure Auction Sale Process
What will I need to bring to the Auction? For Auction sales, you will need to bring a Cashier’s check made out to yourself. Normally this Check is for 10% of the minimum sale price set by the Auction company. What happens if I am the successful bidder? ...
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