5 Tips to Prevent Identity Theft
(MCT)—As many as 9 million Americans have their identities stolen each year, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Identity thieves...
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Is Your Loan Modification Application Stuck?
If you’re on the verge of losing your home, or you know someone who is, then you also know about...
New York Condo Development Creates Unique Incentives for Buyers
Regional Spotlight—Halstead Property Development Marketing and West 147th Associates LLC, the developers of PS90, a Harlem, New York-based school-turned-condo development,...
Refresher: Who Are Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac?
(MCT)—Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are publicly traded companies that guarantee the majority of new mortgages in the U.S. They...
Irene Drowns Uninsured Homes
The price tag for residential properties caused by flood damage from Hurricane Irene’s surges along the East Coast could total...
Do Your Part: Proper Disposal for Five Outdated Items
(MCT)—All of us are guilty of stashing away outdated items that we just don’t know what to do with. It...
Dispelling the 20 Percent Downpayment Myth
In my column last month, I discussed a government proposal that could have significant impact on the future of the...
Sell Properties Faster with Furniture Rental
A slow economy combined with stricter lending regulations has caused a surplus of homes in the housing market. With many...
In Baltimore, Homes Sell for Less Than $10,000
Regional Spotlight—(MCT)—Andrew Wells is hoping to buy a Baltimore home for around the cost of an old car: Less than...
Tips for Struggling Homeowners
(MCT)—Struggling to make your mortgage payments? Already in default? Housing counselors say the most important advice is not to wait...
How to Build a ‘B-Roll Bank’ for Effortless Content
The idea of scripting, lighting and performing for a camera every day is enough to keep even the most ambitious professional on the sidelines. The secret is staying consistent without burning out isn’t working harder on your production—it’s working smarter with B-roll. Read more.
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