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C.A.R.E. About Bankruptcy

February 15, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

C.A.R.E. About Bankruptcy There’s been a lot of talk…and some action…lately when it comes to helping people over their heads in debt. But maybe if these lessons were learned earlier, there would be less need for intervention today. Money Talks editor Stacy Johnson explains in this video (runs 1:37) If you have […]

Foreclosures Up 75% in 2007

February 14, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

Foreclosures Up 75% in 2007 The number of foreclosures soared in 2007, with 405,000 households losing their home, according to a report released recently. That’s up 51 percent from the 268,532 homes that were repossessed in 2006. Total foreclosure filings soared 97% in December alone compared with December of 2006, according to RealtyTrac, […]

The Mind of the Market

February 13, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

The Mind of the Market Inman TV produced this interview with Michael Shermer, founder and publisher of Skeptic Magazine. He just penned "The Mind of the Market," which explores market psychology and its role in the current real estate downturn. Video runs 5:53. (Click the video twice to start) We’d love to hear […]

Lending or Borrowing from Family?

February 12, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

Lending or Borrowing from Family? Trying to buy a home but don’t know where to go for the down payment? There are few people who haven’t considered a loan from a family member. But before you tread this potentially perilous path, consider getting some outside help. Our Money Talks editor Stacy Johnson […]

Will Rate Cuts Kill the Housing Market?

February 11, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

Will Rate Cuts Kill the Housing Market? The latest rate cut from the Fed was again good news for the stock market. Unlike the last several Fed moves, however, this one didn’t make mortgage borrowers very happy. The Fed has cut interest rates quickly and dramatically in recent weeks and months, and the […]

Selling Your Home? First Impressions Do Count

February 10, 2008 by Malcolm Bond

Selling Your Home? First Impressions Do Count The first impression your property makes on potential buyers is vital to the success in selling your house, so it is important to make the buyer’s first impression of it count. Of utmost importance will be the visual aspects of your home, especially the front yard […]