The good news emanating from housing markets across the U.S. is bleeding into the distressed portions of those same market. As prices have begun rising and inventories have remained low, we’ve seen the equity of homeowners increasing and sellers finding more confidence.
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When it comes to taking out a mortgage to buy or refinance a home, there are a lot of decisions to be made. An important one is deciding what kind of mortgage you want.
In a push to simplify mortgage modifications, federal regulators announced a streamlined process that doesn't require borrowers to prove a hardship.
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U.S. home prices rose in January at the fastest annual pace since June 2006, just before the housing bubble burst. The gain shows the housing recovery is strengthening ahead of the all-important spring buying season.
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Prospective homebuyers may be chomping at the bit as the housing market shows signs of recovery, but the path to getting a mortgage can be strenuous. Many housing markets have shifted to favor h..
Of all the compromises homebuyers are willing to make when it comes to features, the two features they seem either least willing to give up or most able to find are central air conditioning and cable-, satellite TV-, or Internet readiness, according to reportfrom the National Association of Realtors.
While over looking the figures of the latest Outdoor Recreation Economy report and realizing that Americans spend more on outdoor recreation ($646 billion) than they do on either pharmaceuticals ($331 billion) or gasoline ($354 billion).
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The Denver metro area has gained 101,731 residents since the 2010 Census, according to new Census Bureau estimates Thursday.
Beyond the obvious importance to the region’s transportation future, one of the other benefits of the Denver Union Station project is the addition of several new public spaces to Downtown Denver.
We eat comfort food to improve our mood. So how annoying is it that a new study suggests that if you eat junk food or binge when you’re feeling down, you might just end up feeling worse?
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Koelbel Urban Homes is working with San Diego-based Pathfinder Group, preparing to open 16 spacious urban-styled townhomes, each with an attached 2-car garage. Eight of the homes come on the market Friday, Mar. 15; when potential buyers can view a furnished model that showcases the new-urban lifestyle.
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Whether you are moving to a new house with children or you are buying your first Greenville home with the intention of raising future little ones there, many factors will come into play when making your decision.
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The global deployment of renewable energy from wind, solar and biofuels grew in 2012 but the income from the sector remained flat due to the plummeting costs for solar photovoltaic panels.
It’s a question many real estate agents hear from clients: Why do short sales take so long?
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It’s time to see what winter’s wind, rain and snow have done to your home and make fixes quickly to head off water-related damage. First, head outside.
Since the housing bubble burst, 4.8 million borrowers have lost their homes to foreclosure, and another 2.2 million gave them up in short sales, according to RealtyTrac. While many are still str..
Conforming loans are largely financed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and are valued at up to $417,000
The soda police are coming to get you.
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A majority of the individuals on the tech portion of Forbes' massive list are self-made.
If you are planning to buy or sell a house this spring, it’s a good idea to know what kind of market conditions you’ll encounter. Will it be tough or easy to negotiate?
Here are some simple codes to follow that ensure the best relationship possible between the renter and the original tenant.
Homes with great character often get some of their magic from built-ins such as this breakfast nook, from
