Archive for 'Real Estate'
How to Buy a Foreclosure
Jun 03, 2010 - There's no cheaper way to buy a house than through a foreclosure auction. But foreclosure buying is also the riskiest. Is it for you?
Should You Buy A Foreclosure?
Jun 03, 2010 - With some experts predicting that the housing market may soon be bottoming nationwide, now be a good time to buy a foreclosure.
How NOT to Buy a Foreclosure
Jun 02, 2010 - Across America people are scooping up distressed properties at major discounts. But if you're tempted to do the same, be aware: you can lose your life savings at the crack of a gavel.
Mortgage Rates Plunge to 25-Year Low
May 20, 2010 - According to one well-known weekly survey, last week's mortgage rates cracked 5% for the first time since 1985.
Sinkholes! Potholes! Are You Covered or are there Holes in Your Insurance?
May 20, 2010 - All kinds of holes, from sinkholes to doughnut holes, can have financial repercussions. Which disasters does your insurance cover?
Transform Last Year’s Tax Refund Into Next Year’s Tax Credit
May 06, 2010 - Got your tax refund from last year? Transform it into an income tax credit for next year, while making some some cool improvements around the house at the same time.
11 Tips for a Less Expensive Lawn
Apr 27, 2010 - When it comes to your lawn, seeing green doesn't mean spending green. Here are some tips to keep your lawn green for less this summer.
Three Things You Need to Know Today
Apr 07, 2010 - Think of it as a "consumer espresso": Three things every smart consumer should know today, distilled down to 500 words or less.
Home Affordable Refinance Program: A Lifebuoy for Underwater Homeowners
Mar 17, 2010 - The Home Affordable Refinance Program, offered by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, is designed to help homeowners who have paid their mortgage on time, but whose property values have fallen through no fault of their own.
Buying or Selling a Timeshare? Read This First
Mar 10, 2010 - If you've ever thought about buying a timeshare, read this article first. Because getting out of these things is a whole lot harder than getting into them.
16 Tips to Save on Home Remodeling
Feb 25, 2010 - The best way to save on housing is not to buy or rent more house than you need. The best way to fix up the home you have is to use some simple tips that can save from 20% to 50% on remodeling costs.
The True Cost of Bad Credit
Jan 25, 2010 - Find out how many points your credit score will drop if you make one of these common mistakes.
Who Do You Holiday Tip?
Dec 14, 2009 - The mailman? Garbage collector? Your kid's teacher? Who should you tip for the holidays and how much should you give?
