Getting Past Predatory Lending – Coalition Launches to Steer Consumers in Right Direction
RISMEDIA, June 11, 2009-American consumers seeking mortgages will now have the option of using lenders that are certified as "safe," "fair"...
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HWA Uses Twitter, Social Media to Launch Raise My Fortunes Friday for Realtors
RISMEDIA, June 11, 2009-HWA offers some much needed relief to Realtors around the country with this fun, engaging game where...
Social Media an Increasingly Important during Tough Economic Times, Survey Finds
RISMEDIA, June 11, 2009-Employers faced with reduced communication budgets and resources are turning to social media to keep their workforce...
Mortgage Rates Rise for Second Straight Week
RISMEDIA, June 10, 2009-The weekly average rate borrowers were quoted on Zillow Mortgage Marketplace for 30-year fixed mortgages (www.zillow.com) increased last...
My Credit Score Dropped 87 Points Because of Me
RISMEDIA, June 10, 2009-Everyone has become more concerned about their credit scores these days, especially when a better score can...
Consumer Spending Index Continues Downward
RISMEDIA, June 10, 2009-The Deloitte Consumer Spending Index declined again in May, driven downward primarily by the housing market. The Index...
10 Ways to Make a Foreclosure as Resalable as Possible…as Soon as Possible
RISMEDIA, June 9, 2009-While the real estate market continues to correct, buyers are confronted with an increasing number of opportunities. And...
Is Video the Key to Engaging Consumers?
RISMEDIA, June 8, 2009-You have less than six seconds to capture a visitor to your website. Can video be the...
Playing House for the First Time – Priorities for New Homeowners
RISMEDIA, June 8, 2009-(MCT)-Home prices have moderated, interest rates are reasonable, supply is abundant-and then there's that $8,000 tax credit. Yes,...
Mortgage Rates Move Higher
RISMEDIA, June 8, 2009-Mortgage rates soared higher last week, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rising to 5.65 percent....
How to Calm Jittery Sellers When Similar Homes Close by Are Also for Sale
While you as the seller’s agent or broker understand all the intricacies and strategies of working a listing, your clients very likely are first-timers, vulnerable to emotions and worrisome opinions precisely because they don’t have prior experience. Read more.
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