The Fight for Good Credit
RISMEDIA, Jan. 17, 2008-(MCT)-Remember trying to refinance during the real estate boom? You were lucky if your broker or lender returned your calls within two weeks. ...
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The $1,000 Tax Mistake
RISMEDIA, Jan. 17, 2008-(MCT)-You know tax-filing season is off to a rough start when the government tells taxpayers: Don't follow the instructions. ...
Regional Spotlight: Apartment Vacancy Rates Post a Big Drop
RISMEDIA, Jan. 17, 2008-Apartment rents in Tulsa increased an average of 6.5% in 2007, the highest jump in at least 20 years. But that didn't stop renters from filling complexes, as vacancies declined 1 point to 7.5%, matching the highest improvement since 1991, according to a survey by CB Richard ...
10 Reasons the South Florida Condominium Market is Hot
RISMEDIA, Jan. 16, 2008-Sapphire Condominium along Fort Lauderdale Beach released its Top 10 Reasons to Live in a Luxury Beach Condominium in South Florida. ...
Give Your Clients the Real Facts
RISMEDIA, Jan. 15, 2008-Beginning this week, the National Association of Realtors is reaching out to consumers with the facts about homeownership and the value of real estate as a long-term investment. Would-be homeowners who are uncertain about their home buying plans can learn more about the options available to them ...
With Building Costs Down, Now is the Time to Build a Custom Home
RISMEDIA, Jan. 15, 2008-According to one company, one good thing has come out of the current housing slump. Less new construction has created less demand for building materials. As a result, materials prices have fallen sharply across the board. HomeCrafters' co-owner, Troy Means, has noticed that building costs are down ...
You Dirty Rat! Preventative Measures for Keeping Rodents Outdoors
RISMEDIA, Jan. 15, 2008-Across the country, bitter cold temperatures and winter storms are forcing more than just people indoors. Rodents such as mice, rats and squirrels can pose significant risks to people and their properties. The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) offers solutions for homeowners on how to keep rodents ...
Regional Spotlight: Manhattan Rental Market Resilient, though Not Invincible in ’07
RISMEDIA, Jan. 10, 2008-The Real Estate Group New York (TREGNY) released their first Year-End Manhattan Rental Market Round-up. The study, which synthesizes data from all of TREGNY's 2007 monthly Market Reports, evaluates the state of the Manhattan rental market based on its performance throughout the year. Intended as a guide ...
Consumer Advocates Disclose the Yield Spread Premium Kick Back on Mortgages
RISMEDIA, Jan. 8, 2008-For the last four years Americas Watchdog has been vocal about double standards that exist in the U.S. mortgage industry. Because of these double standards, Americas Watchdog estimates that 9 out of 10 current U.S. homeowners pay a higher monthly mortgage payment than what they could have, ...
Where Does Your State Rank-the Best and Worst Home Inspection Regulation Laws
RISMEDIA, Jan. 7, 2008-Later this month, when state legislators in Florida, Pennsylvania and California reconvene for the 2008 session, they may want to take a close look at the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) 2007 state ranking of the best and worst home inspection regulation laws in the United ...
New Name, Same Mission to Put Consumer First
RISMEDIA, Jan. 7, 2008-To give consumers a better idea of its purpose and mission, the Better Mortgage Bureau has decided to change its name to Consumer Mortgage Bureau. By adding consumer to their name, the organization hopes to eliminate any confusion in the public's mind that they are anything but ...
How to Cut Home Energy Bills, Pollution as Winter Heating Costs Spike
RISMEDIA, Jan. 7, 2008-Already, many parts of the country are facing severe winter weather, although the season began only recently. And with average heating costs across the nation spiking about 11% over last winter's, the Alliance to Save Energy recommends energy-efficiency measures to help consumers cut home energy bills, increase ...
Top Ten 2008 New Years Resolutions for Homeowners
RISMEDIA, Jan. 3, 2008-One of the best New Years Resolutions homeowners can make is to eliminate expenses that are unnecessary and have no benefit. This is a tall order for many of us, with implications ranging from how you finance your mortgage to the energy efficiency of your home. Nevertheless ...
American Homeowners Benefiting More from Technology
RISMEDIA, Jan. 3, 2008-Technology helps homeowners more every year. Homeowners are among the biggest beneficiaries of technology innovations. Every year new technologies help homeowners save more money and/or make our lives easier. The growing importance of Internet commerce was underlined by the 2007 holiday season. While retail sales overall remained ...
