Experts Optimistic on Housing Recovery After Foreclosures Reach Five-year Low
 Many people have failed to notice that the real estate market is starting to show surprising signs of strength. The latest piece of good news has come from a report by RealtyTrac, an internet company that specializes in the foreclosure market. According to their most recent numbers, year-over-year foreclosure filings fell by 16% in September, reaching their lowest levels since 2007. In addition, given that year-over-year foreclosure filings have declined for 24 consecutive months... Read More
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Tips to Organize a Flawless Family Thanksgiving
 Make a guest list.
Set up a Facebook or Evite event and ask people to RSVP by Facebook, email or phone. You'll need a good idea of how many people are coming by at least November 17.
Create a detailed shopping list.
Make a note of all the dishes other people are bringing, then use your cookbooks to make a shopping list for everything else. Visit the grocery store... Read More
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Is DIY Renovation Worthwhile for Homeowners?
 Renovating your own home is deeply satisfying and—if you know what you're doing—can be a smart financial decision. On the other hand, renovations are easier on paper than in real life. A simple project can spiral into an over-budget nightmare of frustration.
Here are a few things to think about before starting your next home renovation project.
The Cost of the Project
There are two main types of savings... Read More |
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Mortgage Applications Remain Near Three-year High
 The Mortgage Bankers Association's seasonally adjusted index of mortgage application activity fell 1.2 percent in the first week of October. The index measures mortgage applications for both home purchases and refinancing; the former rose, while the latter dropped. Refinancing applications fell 2 percent, but even with the decline, the volume of applications still remains close to three-year highs. Meanwhile, the gauge that measures the number of loan requests from home buyers rose 2.4 percent. Applications for home purchases, one of the key indicators of home sales, reached their highest levels since June.
Mortgage Rates Still at Record Lows
The week ending October 19 saw the fixed 30-year mortgage... Read More |
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What You Should Know About A Quality Air Duct Cleaning
Your heating and cooling system can be considered the lungs of your home, taking in air and breathing it out. Generally, the cleaner the lungs, the cleaner the air in your home. That's why it's important to get a quality HVAC cleaning done on a regular basis. But beware, not everyone claiming to be an HVAC cleaning professional can do the job the right way.
There are some important things you need to consider so you avoid companies with unethical business practices or bad cleaning techniques:
1. Beware of fly-by-night companies who use scare tactics. Instead of actually cleaning a customer's HVAC system, these scam... Read More
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