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Obama Mortgage Rescue Plan FAQ

Loan modification and loan refinancing are two components that make up the Obama Foreclosure prevention plan. This FAQ will help you determine if qualify and what you need to do. Obama's Making Home...

Tags: Homeowner – Foreclosure – Mortgage – Thrifty – Staff Pick

How Can I Afford A Fixer-Upper?

The purchase of a house that needs repair is often a catch-22 situation, because the bank won't lend the money to buy the house until the repairs are complete, and the repairs can't be done until the house has ...

Tags: Financial – Homeowner – Repairs

Selecting a Home Improvement Contractor

Selecting a Contractor Home improvements and repairs can cost thousands of dollars and are the subject of frequent complaints. When selecting a contractor: Get recommendations and references. Talk to...

Tags: Homeowner – Consumer Information – Home-Improvement

FHA Loan Requirements Are Changing

FHA reform is changing the rules for securing an FHA-insured mortgage loan, but FHA loans still provide the best opportunity for those who don’t meet the requirements of a traditional home loan. By now...

Tags: Staff Pick – FHA Loan – Homeowner

How To Buy A Short Sale Property

You’ll need time and the right temperament to purchase a short sale property, but you could save thousands if you do. It’s no secret that some great real estate deals are out there, thanks to our...

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FAQs About Buying HUD Homes

In the current economic envirionment, there are some incredible deals on HUD homes. This article will answer all your questions on the hows and wherefores of buying a HUD home. Question 1: What is a "HUD...

Tags: Homeowner – Housing – Financial

HAFA provides new short sale and deed-in-lieu options

A new federal government program, called Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives, encourages lenders to pursue alternatives to foreclosure. Millions Facing Foreclosure No homeowner wants to face...

Tags: HAFA – Homeowner – Foreclosure – Staff Pick

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