Pending Home Sales Highest in 18 Months
(MCT)—The most Americans in more than 18 months signed contracts in November to buy homes, raising hopes that a boost...
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Investment Alert: Can You Afford a Second Home?
Most of us have dreamt of having a vacation home. It could be on the beach in New England, somewhere...
How-To: Get More out of Low-Interest Savings
(MCT)—The peace of mind that comes with having emergency savings is worth far more than any interest rate. But it’s...
Homeownership Counseling Helps Keep Modified Loans Current
Just three weeks after Congress restored $40 million in its budget for homeownership counseling, a new study by the Urban...
2012 Forecast—Investment Properties Gain Popularity
Professionals Realty Group USA (ProsUSA) President Glenn Melton reports that the recent Chinese government’s liberalization of restrictions on investing capital...
Study: Most Phone Users Skim Surface of Available Apps
(MCT)—Apps are catching on, sort of. Clearly, the number of applications for smartphones and tablets is skyrocketing along with sales...
Kiplinger’s Housing Forecast: Positive Signs Offset the Negative
The median home price in the U.S. has plunged nearly 40% in a little over five years, but the worst...
How to Dig Deeper for Real Customer Satisfaction
A traveler attempting to book a ticket by phone became frustrated after choosing from a menu of endless options then...
Buying the Boss a Holiday Gift: Five Tips
(MCT)—Thinking of giving the boss a holiday gift? Be cautious, it could turn out badly. Here are tips for how...
Stop Procrastinating; Do It Now!
Whether it's filing your taxes on time, paying your bills, cleaning out the garage, or getting out of bed to...
4 Hidden Costs of Homeownership Clients Should Understand
As your client’s guide to the process leading to homeownership, it’s your responsibility to make sure they know what they’re getting into from a financial perspective. Read more.
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