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Home Sales Decline in 46 States

December 2, 2007 by Malcolm Bond

Home Sales Decline in 46 States Sales of existing homes fell in 46 states during the July-September quarter as the housing market’s slump worsened The new third-quarter figures from the National Association of Realtors underscore the severity of the housing market’s slump, which has economists increasingly pessimistic about the economic outlook. Vermont […]

Real Estate News – December 2007

December 1, 2007 by Malcolm Bond

Real Estate News – December 2007 From the right Nav Menu, Find "PAGES AND NEWSLETTERS" and Select "December 2007" below "Our Monthly Newsletters". Enjoy, and don’t forget to leave us any comments you have about our newsletter.

Mortgage Prepayment Programs: Beware of Fees

November 30, 2007 by Malcolm Bond

Mortgage Prepayment Programs: Beware of Fees We all know the world is full of people trying to convince us to pay for things we shouldn’t. For example, programs that promise to help you pay off your mortgage ahead of schedule. Worth the money? Not according to money reporter Stacy Johnson. If you have […]

Foreclosure Scams Prey on Homeowners

November 29, 2007 by Malcolm Bond

Foreclosure Scams Prey on Homeowners Consumer advocates and legal experts are advising homeowners to watch out for scams as foreclosure rates shoot through the roof. One popular scam is the offer to help a troubled homeowner get a new mortgage, and at a closing, trick the homeowner into signing away the deed to their […]

Home Staging is More Critical Than Ever

November 28, 2007 by Malcolm Bond

Home Staging is More Critical Than Ever Never underestimate the importance of preparing your home for showing. If your home is up for sale, proper staging is of utmost importance and can net you thousands in profits after your home sells. A well staged home will attract buyers even if there is a […]

Why is There Help for Banks But Not Homeowners?

November 27, 2007 by Malcolm Bond

Why is There Help for Banks But Not Homeowners? Americans want to know why the big companies that financed their homes and repackaged the debt into securities can simply take writedowns, and watch the value of their shares drop temporarily, while so many people are losing their homes. Most of all, they want […]