Real Estate
New York AG: Big Banks Are Violating $26B Mortgage Settlement
B.T. Ballenger on May 7, 2013
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman says he’s preparing to sue Bank of America and Wells Fargo.
Recent News May Signal the Future of Mortgage Rates
Guest Blogger on April 10, 2013
Small increases in mortgage interest rates can translate into thousands in additional expenses over the life of a loan. Are mortgage rates heading higher?
Why Mortgage Lenders Pull All Three of Your Credit Reports
Guest Blogger on April 8, 2013
Applying for a mortgage is different than applying for any other type of loan. One example? Lenders will pull credit histories from all three major credit reporting agencies.
For Rent Signs Reach a 12-Year Low
B.T. Ballenger on April 4, 2013
Meanwhile, the average apartment now rents for $1,102.
Foreclosure Victims Eligible to Try Again
B.T. Ballenger on April 3, 2013
A second chance is possible after just a few years, if you play your cards right.
New Government Program Could Lower Some Mortgage Payments
B.T. Ballenger on March 31, 2013
A new anti-foreclosure program beginning July 1 will make it easier for people behind on payments to get a loan modification.
Home Values Jumping At Fastest Rate Since 2006
B.T. Ballenger on March 28, 2013
Thinking of buying a home? They’re not getting any cheaper. .
Should You Rent or Buy Your Next Home?
Angela Colley on March 27, 2013
Thinking about buying a house? Read this before you stop renting and start house-hunting.
Chelsea Clinton: Living Large in Manhattan
B.T. Ballenger on March 19, 2013
It has six and a half bathrooms and cost more than $10 million.
Shopping for a Loan or Savings Account? Beware Online Rate Searches
B.T. Ballenger on March 13, 2013
A percentage point difference on a mortgage rate could mean tens of thousands. That’s why it’s important to use online rate searches – but not until you understand how they work.
Banks Wrongfully Foreclosed on 700 Military Members
B.T. Ballenger on March 6, 2013
Bank of America, Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo were all involved. Some people were even wrongly evicted despite being current on payments and out of the country.
The 4 Best Ways to Stretch Your Income
Guest Blogger on February 28, 2013
Finding extra money means keeping track of the little things. But there are also big things you can do that will definitely make you richer. Here are four examples.
Home Sales Are Picking Up
B.T. Ballenger on February 22, 2013
In January they hit the second-highest stride seen in the last three years.
9 Tips to Find a Low-Priced Plumber Who Won’t Rip You Off
Guest Blogger on February 21, 2013
We’ve all been there – knee-deep in plumbing problems. Read this post to plumb the depths of how to get it fixed for less.
Federal and State Government May Sue S&P Over Financial Crisis
B.T. Ballenger on February 4, 2013
Will there finally be some accountability for the meltdown now more than four years old?
Compare the Cost of Living in Major Cities
B.T. Ballenger on January 23, 2013
Planning to move somewhere new? You can figure out how prices compare and what income you need to keep your standard of living.
The 10 Commandments of Home Buying
Guest Blogger on January 22, 2013
Thinking of buying a home? Before you hit the streets to start looking, look at these rules – they’ll make you a smarter home shopper and better homeowner.
Can You 3D-Print a House?
B.T. Ballenger on January 21, 2013
A Dutch architect is about to find out.
Rent Office Space From Your Local Newspaper?
B.T. Ballenger on January 21, 2013
These days, newspapers have a lot more desks than reporters. Publishers want to do something with that space.
Consumer Agency Lays Out New Mortgage Rules
B.T. Ballenger on January 17, 2013
The government is forcing lenders to make it clearer how to avoid foreclosure and slow down the process.
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