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Florida’s Existing Home, Condo Sales Rise in 2Q 2009

RISMEDIA, August 14, 2009-Sales of existing single-family homes in Florida rose 23 percent in second quarter 2009 compared to the same period


Regional Spotlight: July Home Sales in Las Vegas Close to June’s Record Numbers

RISMEDIA, August 13, 2009-(MCT)-Housing market conditions in Las Vegas remain softer than a week-old banana, but real estate observers


Builders Call on Congress to Extend and Enhance Home Buyer Tax Credit

RISMEDIA, August 11, 2009-To help create jobs and set the stage for a strong recovery, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)


Homebuyers Gain Edge with Internet Searches

RISMEDIA, August 10, 2009-(MCT)-In the colorful, centuries-long history of house hunting, when have so many buyers come to the table


What Would You Do for $8,000?

RISMEDIA, August 10, 2009-Even as the National Association of Realtors® recently reported that first-time homebuyers make up a third


A Winning Strategy – 5 Keys to Short Sale Success

RISMEDIA, August 6, 2009-Given the current foreclosure situation throughout our country, now, more than ever, is an opportunity for


Realtors Urge First-Time Buyers to Act Quickly, Tax Credit to Expire Soon

RISMEDIA, August 3, 2009-The New Jersey Association of Realtors (NJAR) is encouraging those considering buying a home for the first time to act quickly,


Real Estate Professionals: Promote Your Value Now More Than Ever

JD Power and Associates survey reveals importance of extra services increases as buyers and sellers seek value from real estate companies RISMEDIA, July 31, 2009-Extra services provided by real estate companies-such as inspections, appraisals and legal and moving company recommendations-have become increasingly important to home buyers and sellers, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Home Buyer/Seller Study.


New Home-Appraisal Rule Brings Turmoil to Real Estate Industry

RISMEDIA, July 31, 2009-(MCT)-When David and Penny Mann decided it was time to move to a retirement community, their real estate agent told them that in this rough market, it could take months to sell their downtown San Jose Victorian. So they were thrilled to receive back-to-back offers in the first week, and they accepted the first offer of $560,000, from an enthusiastic young couple buying their first home.


Top 7 Reasons Why Buying Is Better Than Renting

RISMEDIA, July 30, 2009-Christine Van Tuyl and Margaret La Grange, an award-winning mother-daughter team with Prudential California Realty


Regional Spotlight: HMFA and DCA Welcome City of Newark to ‘Live Where You Work’ Homebuyer Program

RISMEDIA, July 30, 2009-Newark Mayor Cory A. Booker and Deputy Mayor for Economic and Housing Development Stefan Pryor joined New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (HMFA) Executive Director Marge Della Vecchia and other Newark dignitaries yesterday to announce that Newark is the newest member of the "Live Where You ...


Energy Efficient Homes Are Smart Investment for Savvy Homebuyers

RISMEDIA, July 29, 2009-In these economic times, the decision to purchase a home has become a very serious consideration, with cost


First-Time Homebuyers Have Unique Advantage in Mortgage Market

RISMEDIA, July 28, 2009-(MCT)-First-time homebuyers and those thinking about refinancing are in a great place.


For Some, Small Homes are Just the Right Size

RISMEDIA, July 27, 2009-(MCT)-They had the land and the plan ready for a 3,000-square-foot retirement home.


ZipRealty Teams with Bank of America to Improve Online Home Buying Experience

RISMEDIA, July 23, 2009-ZipRealty, the nation's ninth largest real estate brokerage, announced a new mortgage feature, provided by Bank of America Home Loans, that will help streamline the home buying process for today's busy home shopper. ...



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