Around the Home: Americans Still Cutting Back on Little Things to Save Money
RISMEDIA, September 4, 2010—There are many big changes people can make to save money—cut back on all entertainment, eat more...
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Exceeding Expectations, Pending Home Sales Rise 5.2%
RISMEDIA, September 3, 2010—Following a sharp drop in the months immediately after the expiration of the home buyer tax credit,...
HUD Announces First Look Program to Help Communities Stabilize Neighborhoods Hard-Hit by Foreclosure
RISMEDIA, September 3, 2010—U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan announced an unprecedented agreement with the nation’s top...
Simple Tips to Update Your Home and Create a Relaxing Sanctuary
RISMEDIA, September 3, 2010—(MCT)—Some rooms scream "Help!" Others say nothing, and that's a problem, too. Take the typical bedroom. Michael...
Getaways: Americans Gear Up for Great Escapes this Autumn
RISMEDIA, September 3, 2010—TripAdvisor, one of the world’s largest travel sites announced the results of its annual fall and Labor...
FHA Gives Home Buyers One Month Window to Lock in Low Insurance Premium
RISMEDIA, September 2, 2010—“The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is giving homeowners and buyers until October 4, 2010 to lock in...
Americans Link Their Appearance at Work to Their Overall Career Success
RISMEDIA, September 2, 2010—The economic roller coaster we've been riding for the past two years seems to have taken its...
Real Estate Veteran Offers Cure for Home Seller’s Blues
RISMEDIA, September 1, 2010—With existing U.S. home sales diving to 15-year lows and millions of homes stagnant on the market,...
Older Adults’ Use of Social Networks Growing Fast
RISMEDIA, September 1, 2010—(MCT)—Ruth Roseboom checks her Facebook page at least once a day. The 78-year-old grandmother from Celebration, Fla.,...
Appraisal Institute’s New Guide to Home Buying Offers Uniquely Unbiased View
RISMEDIA, August 31, 2010—A home buying guide published recently by the Appraisal Institute teaches home buyers when to buy, how...
6 Key Numbers Buyers Must Examine Before Committing
“The rate should never be treated as a yes-or-no answer,” says Nick Nastos, founder of Chicago’s Property Shop. “I would be more concerned about a buyer closing with no emergency fund than one accepting a slightly higher rate with a manageable payment and cash still in the... Read more.
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