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Houses Trading Like Stocks?

July 11, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

Houses Trading Like Stocks? In some parts of the country, the housing market is every bit as risky as the stock market. Seems appropriate then that you can trade houses just like you do stocks. Never heard of the concept? Money Editor Stacy Johnson, explains… (Video runs 1:44) Any comments about this […]

Free Credit Scores, Not Just a Credit Report

July 10, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

Free Credit Scores, Not Just a Credit Report If you’re thinking about buying a home or refinancing – even if you’ve got excellent credit – you may want to avail yourself of a forthcoming free service that could help you get a better mortgage rate. Under the terms of a national class-action settlement, […]

National Speed Limit: Would You Slow Down?

July 9, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

National Speed Limit: Would You Slow Down? Sen. John Warner of Virginia, asked Energy Secretary Samuel Bodman to look into what speed limit would provide optimum gasoline efficiency given current technology. He said he wants to know if the administration might support efforts in Congress to require a lower speed limit. In 1974, […]

Saving for a Down Payment

July 8, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

Saving for a Down Payment Ok, so saving $20,000 for a down payment on a home or condo by purchasing generic brand drugs versus the name brand alternatives may sound a little far-fetched, but watch this video, and Money Editor Stacy Johnson will explain. (Runs 1:29) So do you buy name brand, or […]

Tips for Homeowners Nearing Foreclosure

July 7, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

Tips for Homeowners Nearing Foreclosure Some homeowners who are three months to a year behind on their mortgages have chosen to leave their homes altogether. Anyone can walk away from a house — even a retired baseball great, Jose Canseco, who abandoned his Encino (Calif.) property earlier this year. But attractive as "just […]

Happy 4th of July!

July 3, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

Happy 4th of July! As we (here in the USA) approach the Independence Day holiday, we’d like to wish you and your friends and family a safe 4th of July holiday weekend. We’re taking a break from our traditional posting here for the holiday, and will resume our posts on Monday. As we […]