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Inexpensive Gift Ideas for the New Homeowner

December 21, 2013 3:28 pm Published by admin Leave your thoughts

Need some last-minute gift ideas for the new homeowner or homeowners in your life? We've got some great suggestions!

Homeownership Rate Up Slightly According to Census Data

December 20, 2013 8:00 pm Published by admin Leave your thoughts

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the national rate of homeownership went up slightly over the third quarter of 2013.

Tips for Buying a Home During the Holidays

December 15, 2013 3:19 pm Published by admin Leave your thoughts

Here is a collection of helpful tips about buying a house during the holiday season and what kinds of questions to ask mortgage lenders.

Tips for Keeping Your Credit in Check During the Holidays

December 14, 2013 8:08 pm Published by admin Leave your thoughts

The holidays are a tie when we're all tempted to spend, spend, spend. Here are a few tips for keeping a healthy credit rating during this time.

Movoto Reveals its 10 Best Cities for Home Buyers List

December 13, 2013 7:55 pm Published by admin Leave your thoughts

The California-based real estate brokerage and analytics firm, Movoto, examined 100 of the largest cities in the U.S. to find where home buyers are getting the biggest bang for their buck.

More Buyers Want Energy Efficient, Environmentally Friendly Homes

December 12, 2013 7:46 pm Published by admin Leave your thoughts

Concerns like environmental friendliness now matter to home buyers when it comes to buying a house and mortgage comparison.

How Real Estate Technology Has Changed

December 11, 2013 7:40 pm Published by admin Leave your thoughts

Results from the latest NAR 10-Year Member Profile reveal a growing use of technology in real estate. Learn how the industry has changed, thanks to the spread of social media, blogging and GPS

What is Included in a Mortgage Payment?

December 10, 2013 7:20 pm Published by admin Leave your thoughts

Read about goes into a mortgage loan payment and how mortgage rates are calculated for home owners.

Builder Confidence Improves for 55+ Housing Market

December 9, 2013 7:01 pm Published by admin Leave your thoughts

The 55+ housing market may not be on every real estate pro's radar - but it should be. Especially now that more builders are confident in the market's growth.