Rock-Solid Beauty: Gravel Is Friendly to Your Budget and the Environment
(MCT)—If you’re looking for solutions to landscaping challenges, decorative rock and gravel just might be the ticket. Drainage issues? Budget-friendly...
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Home Prices Continue to Show Seasonal Strength
Data through July 2011, released recently by S&P Indices for its S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, the leading measure of U.S....
Bring Your Kitchen out of the Dark with Layers of Light
(MCT)—Lighting is often described as the jewelry of the home. But it’s more critical than that, especially in kitchens, where...
The Frugal Traveler: How to Save Money on a Beach Getaway
(MCT)—Beach vacations are popular with travelers at any time of year, but often come with a prohibitive price tag. Snorkeling,...
First-Time Buyers Losing Interest in Short Sales
Processing delays have taken their toll on first-time home buyer interest in short sales, which now account for more than...
Rand on Real Estate: Residential vs. Commercial Investments
Greg Rand (@gsrand), CEO of OwnAmerica and host of Rand on Real Estate on 770 WABC, talks with a current...
Not All Home Inspections Are Made Equal
A home inspection is a crucial component of making a smart home-buying decision. According to Jay Gregg, director of marketing...
Foreclosure Lawsuits Soar
Litigation over the foreclosure process reached its highest level in the second quarter than in any quarter since MortgageDaily.com’s Mortgage...
Do Your Part: 5 Ways to Lower your Lighting Costs
(MCT)—Looking for ways to lower your utility bills? Lowering the amount of energy you use to light your home is...
FHFA Reports Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Guarantee Fees Increased in 2009-2010
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently released its third annual report on guarantee fees (g-fees) charged by Fannie Mae...
6 Musts to Share With Buyers About Why You Rule Over AI
“AI can summarize what has been published about a property,” says one real estate professional. “The trouble is that some of the most important information has not been published, is no longer current or cannot be understood without seeing the home.” Read more.
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