Home improvements and repairs can cost thousands of dollars and are the subject of frequent complaints. When selecting a contractor:
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Find out the possible advantages and disadvantages of an owner-financing arrangement for both the home seller and potential buyer.
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Gone are the days when all it took to sell a house was a “for sale” sign in the front yard. Here are five creative strategies to help your home go from “for sale” to “sold.”
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A new federal government program, called Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives, encourages lenders to pursue alternatives to foreclosure.
Millions Facing Foreclosure
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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides information on a full range of housing topics including renting, buying, selling, and home improvements at http://www.hud.gov/. Links to...
Owner financing becomes more popular during a slow market, but be sure to do your research first to see if the arrangement is right for you.
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What is loan modification? How is it different than refinancing a mortgage and what does it take to qualify for a lenders loan modification program.
What is loan modification?
President Obama recently...