Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Home prices see record jump in April: Case-Shiller


WASHINGTON (MarketWatch)—Prices for U.S. homes leapt in April, posting record monthly growth and the fastest year-over-year growth in seven years, according to S&P/Case-Shiller data released Tuesday.






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What You Need to Know About Easements


As you search for a home, you may have come across the term easement in a listing and wondered what it means.






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Monday, June 24, 2013

6 Foods That Fight Off Belly Bloat


Fitness Thought of the day. Read these few simple idea's to get rid of the belly bloat. 






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6 Tips for First-Time Home Buyers


If you’re a first-time buyer in the market for a new home, congratulations. Your timing couldn’t be better.






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Thursday, June 20, 2013

Seven Takeaways on Rising Home Sales


Thursday’s report from the National Association of Realtors that existing-home sales in May rose by 4.2% adds to an upbeat market trend that has unfolded over the past two years. Here are seven takeaways on the sales data:






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US sales of previously occupied homes rise above 5 million in May, first time in 3 � years


U.S. sales of previously occupied homes surpassed the 5 million mark in May, the first time that's happened in 3 ½ years. The gain shows the housing recovery is strengthening.



 






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Saturday, June 15, 2013

Getting a mortgage after foreclosure


There are some additional hurdles for homeowners who have gone through a foreclosure, short sale or bankruptcy, but a little patience and some financial hard work will go a long way.






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There are some additional hurdles for homeowners who have gone through a foreclosure, short sale or bankruptcy, but a little patience and some financial hard work will go a long way.



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When you are selling your home, a good seller disclosure might be your new best friend.



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Nail your home renovation budget


Renovate your home before you sell. 






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5 Ways to Woo Lenders


The requirements needed to obtain credit have toughened since the financial collapse of 2008, which was largely caused by homeowners who were given mortgages they could not afford.






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Friday, June 14, 2013

Thursday, June 6, 2013

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Work With Intention: The 3 Components of Performance Time



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9 things you learn when you sell your home


Working with a stager is helpful if your trying to sell your home. But one thing to keep in mind, don't take it personally. 






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3 Critical Tips To Improve Your Credit Score And Mortgage Terms


When you are looking for a mortgage for your home, your credit score is very important. 






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Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Pocket Listings Make Comeback, But Should You Sell Your Home this Way? Read more: http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2013/06/05/pocket-listings-make-comeback-but-should-sell-your-home-this-way/#ixzz2VNVie2S1


If you’re looking to sell your home but don’t like the idea of open houses bringing strangers in to trample through your house and examine every nook and cranny, then you may want to consider a pocket listing.



 






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Buy What You Need, Not What You Want


Make a list of your ideal home and stick to it while house hunting






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Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Making an irresistible home offer


You've found a home you can afford, in a great neighborhood with good schools. It even has a fenced-in yard for your dog. So what could go wrong?






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The Obamacare Shock


The Affordable Care Act, a k a Obamacare, goes fully into effect at the beginning of next year, and predictions of disaster are being heard far and wide






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Sunday, June 2, 2013

Wal-Mart vs. Hospitals? The Retailization Of Healthcare Continues


The delivery of primary healthcare services on chain retailer floorspace – sometimes referred to the retailiziation of healthcare – is underway.  Signs include:






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10 Bath and Kitchen Trends to Watch This Year


Shades of gray, quartz finishes, and energy efficiency are all growing in popularity. 






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Sellers calling the shots on home deals


According to the survey, 42% of the people shopping for homes placed offers in the past six months, yet only 11% of the bids were accepted.






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Saturday, June 1, 2013

3 best features of the new Gmail


One of the most widely used email clients in the U.S. is about to get (even) better.






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8 Amazing Home Exterior Transformations


If you are like most people, the majority of your design daydreams are about upgrading your interiors. 






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