Real Estate
Home prices drop as foreclosure rates soar
Home price index reports home prices down nationally by the largest margin since 28008, partially due to increased number of foreclosures.
Friday, May 27th, 2011 by By Ron Ford
April showers bring may flowers and boost pending home sales
Pending home sales, or contracts to purchase a home, rose during the month of March as the housing market is slowly coming back to life
Thursday, April 28th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
What to do if potential HUD fraud threatens your deposit
Buying an HUD home should take 60 days at most, experts claim. If you're having trouble and suspect fraud, here's what you can do.
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Where Is The Best Place To Get Payday Loans Online and Why?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?
Home prices double dipping; rents climbing up
Buying a home is getting more expensive on the front end, even as prices are dropping, and renting is becoming a more expensive option.
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Mortgage acceleration: No risk, high yield, long term investment
Increasing a mortgage payment by just $100 per month will save several thousand dollars and a few years over the life of a home loan.
Monday, April 25th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Strategic defaulters more likely to be financially educated
Strategic default has been discussed more during the housing recession, and the people who do it are generally more financially savvy.
Monday, April 25th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Why Borrow Money On Installments To Keep From Defaulting On Bills And Ruining Your Credit?
Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.
Jumbo mortgage loans becoming harder to borrow
Jumbo loans, or mortgages for very high amounts, are becoming rarer as mortgage credit is tightening due to Freddie and Fannie requirements.
Friday, April 22nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Home remodeling projects worth the money today
The rate of return on home remodeling isn't as stable as it once was, but certain projects are still a capital idea, according to SmartMoney.
Thursday, April 21st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Investors driving home sales as Americans re-think home ownership
Investors are capitalizing on historically low home prices and interest rates while many Americans question the safety of home ownership.
Wednesday, April 20th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
How To Use Short Term Loans To Save Your Budget
There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.
First-time homebuyer tax credit: Get ready to pay
The first payment on the $7,500 first-time homebuyer tax credit from 2008 is due with the 2010 tax return for anyone who received the credit.
Friday, April 15th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Mortgages face tough competition from home buyers paying cash
Plummeting home values are attracting cash buyers who outcompete mortgages with lower offers ...
Thursday, April 14th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Federal probe into robosigning reaches initial settlement
The federal government has completed its investigation into the robosigning scandal and reached an initial settlement with the banks involved.
Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Personal Loans Online Do Not Requre Credit Checks Or Collateral Deposits
Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.
Most Americans still believe in real estate as an investment
Despite housing still slumping in a recession, Americans still believe real estate is the best investment a person can make in the long run.
Tuesday, April 12th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
New regulations make mortgages tougher for the self-employed
New lending regulations in the United States are having the effect of making mortgages much less accessible to self-employed people.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
International Monetary Fund calls for changes to mortgage lending
The International Monetary Fund, in studying the housing market, has determined that the government needs to get out of the lending business.
Thursday, April 7th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Why Using a Cash Advance For a Spending Spree Is a Very Bad Idea!
Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.
Rent beginning to rise nationwide as fewer buy homes
As fewer people are able to buy real estate, more people are moving into rental properties. Rent is starting rise nationwide as a result.
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Condominium ownership becoming more difficult
As of March 1, new rules regarding mortgages on condos went into effect, leaving many condo owners and hopefuls in a difficult position.
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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