Homeowner's Toolkit Archive


Homeowner Confidence Inconsistent as Home Values Fluctuate Regionally

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
RISMEDIA, November 18, 2009—Homeowner confidence was all over the map in the third quarter, as home values in some parts of the country stabilized


The Problems with Mortgage Modifications

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009
RISMEDIA, November 18, 2009—If you have applied for a mortgage modification, I wish you luck. It seems so simple on the surface, but as many a frustrated homeowner


Will FHA Rule Change Benefit Condo Market?

Sunday, November 15th, 2009
RISMEDIA, November 16, 2009—(MCT)—The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is giving the condo market something it hasn't had for a while—a little breathing room. ...


Fannie Mae to Rent Foreclosed Homes to Their Owners

Saturday, November 14th, 2009
RISMEDIA, November 14, 2009— (MCT)—Qualifying homeowners facing foreclosure will be able to stay in their homes—as renters—under a new program announced recently by Fannie Mae. ...


Understanding Home Owners Association Fees

Monday, November 9th, 2009
“The Home Owners Association fee is too high!”  RISMEDIA, November 10, 2009—That is one of the most common objections to purchasing real estate


Negative Equity Falls in Third Quarter, Home Values Show Short-Term Stabilization

Monday, November 9th, 2009
RISMEDIA, November 14, 2009—The percent of American single-family homes with mortgages in negative equity fell to 21% in the third quarter, down from 23%


Stage Your Home for Under $1,000

Thursday, November 5th, 2009
RISMEDIA, November 6, 2009—(MCT)—Staging a home for sale can set it apart from the competition and make it inviting to the greatest number of buyers. Kiplinger's Personal Finance has these suggestions for staging your home for less than $1,000:  ...


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