Realty News December 2008
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Despite Tighter Lending,
Buyers Still Benefit

By Melissa Nykorchuk
With the recent government bailout of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, mortgage lenders are finally showing responsibility in their lending practices. Potential homeowners will find it tougher to get a mortgage than in recent years where a loan could be secured with no down payment, a subprime credit score, and no income verification. As lenders tighten their approval process, fewer homebuyers will be getting in over their financial heads. Buyers that can meet the new criteria for... Read More
The Recent Interest in
Real Estate Short Sales

By William Payne
Lenders are facing a liquidity dilemma as the number of foreclosures continues to rise. As a result, more banks and other financial institutions are becoming amenable to a short sale by the borrower to prevent the property from becoming a real estate owned asset.

What Is a Short Sale?
A short sale means that the lender has agreed to accept the proceeds from the sale of a piece... Read More
4 Ways to Shop Smarter for Your Home
By Angela Baca

When it comes to buying things for your home, you want to make a smart investment and save money over the lifetime of your home products. Use these four tips as a starting point for doing your research before you buy.

1. Research which appliances are truly energy-efficient. Many brands can make this claim, but some appliances are better engineered than others. You can look for online reviews of products from independent sources to carefully select an appliance.

2. Research warranty and service plan options. When you purchase a home product such as an.. Read More
5 Tips for Happy Holidays
By Sherry Holetzky
It's easy to get so caught up in planning the perfect holiday that all of the fun is lost. The following tips will help you keep things happening and happy.

Shopping Issues
With the many recalls currently in place, shopping for children can be stressful and difficult. However, you can look for toys and other products made from natural materials and natural dyes. While some of these may cost a bit more, safety is worth the higher price tag. Also, consult with local shops and find out about handmade or other specialty toys that use high-quality materials. You may just find that you prefer quaint little shops to the madness of toys stores for holiday shopping... Read More
Be Safe When Preparing
the Holiday Meals

Courtesy of ARAcontent
The holiday season is here, which means preparing for yummy feasting, the gathering of friends and family and shopping for all the food. Turkeys, hams, homemade salads and fruity desserts are all waiting to be whipped up and consumed.

But along with the popularity of preparing holiday food at home comes the threat of food illnesses. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 200 known diseases are transmitted through food, and foodborne diseases are estimated to cause up to 9,000 deaths each year in the United States.

"Food safety is everyone's responsibility, particularly when preparing and serving holiday delectables," says Dr. Roger Clemens, a spokesman... Read More
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