Is it better to rent a home, or to buy one? The answer may not be as clear-cut as you think. In this balanced, 3-minute joint interview from NBC’s The Today Show, you’ll hear the case for both sides.
Archive | September, 2010
Home Defaults Dropped For The 7th Month In A Row In August
September 16, 2010
Despite foreclosure filings surpassing 300,000 for the 18th straight month, RealtyTrac’s monthly foreclosure report shows some bright spots for housing.
Home Affordability Gets A Boost From Weak Back-to-School Retail Receipts
September 15, 2010
The recent rise in mortgage rates was slowed this week after the government released its Retail Sales report for August.
Seven Things Your Agent Should Know About Your Mortgage Approval
September 14, 2010
While many experienced real estate agents have a general understanding of the mortgage approval process, there are a few important details that frequently get overlooked which may cause a purchase to be delayed or denied. New regulation, updated disclosures, appraisal guidelines, mortgage rate pricing premiums, credit score, secondary approval layering, rescission deadlines, property type, HOA [...]
The Math Of Choosing A Great Closing Date
September 14, 2010
Want a lower mortgage rate on your upcoming home buy? Think about moving up the closing date.
White Distilled Vinegar : An Environmentally-Friendly Home Cleaning Solution
September 13, 2010
Supermarket aisles are filled with specialty cleansers but you may want to opt for white distilled vinegar, instead. It’s inexpensive, safe to store, and highly effective.
Your ARM Is Adjusting Lower. Is There A Downside To Letting It?
September 10, 2010
Adjusting conforming mortgages are adjusting to as low as 3 percent. If you have one, should you let your rate fall? Or refinance out?
Which Model Is More Accurate : The Case-Shiller Index Or The Home Price Index?
September 9, 2010
As a home buyer and/or homeowner, should you put your faith in Case-Shiller’s results, or the Home Price Index. Perhaps, the answer is neither.
Home Sales Are Back On The Rise After A 2-Month Pullback
September 8, 2010
Just one week after reports of Existing Home Sales and New Home Sales plunging, the housing market signaled that the next few months may fare better than did May and June.
How To Change A Showerhead
September 7, 2010
Changing a showerhead is a basic, do-it-yourself project. The tools aren’t complicated and the job is quick.


September 17, 2010
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