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Seeded on Tue Oct 13, 2009 2:08 PM EDT (AP)
Economic forecasters predict that 2010 will be the first year since 2005 for housing to contribute to the growth of the U.S. economy, according to a survey released by the National Association for Business Economics.
Long-Term Mortgages Near Record Low
Seeded on Fri Oct 9, 2009 1:58 PM EDT (Realtor.org)
Thirty-year, fixed-rate mortgages moved closer to the all-time low of 4.82 percent reached in May, falling to 4.87 percent this week from 4.94 percent a week ago, according to Freddie Mac.
Did you buy a house yesterday at an open house?
Seeded on Fri Oct 2, 2009 7:42 AM EDT (St Paul Real Estate Blog)
Everyone has an opinion on the effectiveness of open houses. They can be an effective way for agents to prospect and sometimes people see a house at an open house that they end up buying.
Record Streak Continues for Pending Home Sales
Seeded on Thu Oct 1, 2009 2:16 PM EDT (NAR)
Pending home sales have increased for seven straight months, the longest in the series of the index which began in 2001, according to the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®.
Top 10 College Towns in America
Seeded on Wed Sep 9, 2009 12:43 PM EDT (http://blog.brillianttrips.com/2009/09/top-10-coll)
When I think of the phrase "college town," I think of grassy common areas, courtyards and grand buildings with large white columns in front.
15 Great Underpriced College Towns - US News and World Report
Seeded on Wed Sep 9, 2009 12:41 PM EDT (US News & World Report)
Real estate bargain hunters should check out the houses in these great university locales
Big supply of existing homes makes it a buyer market
Seeded on Sun Aug 30, 2009 1:37 PM EDT (Online Athens)
In Athens, foreclosures don't pose as much of a problem as in other parts of the country.
Now's the Time to Buy in Real Estate
Seeded on Thu Aug 27, 2009 1:18 PM EDT (Business Week)
Investors are returning as the real estate market recovers.
New Home Sales Surge 9.6% in July
Seeded on Wed Aug 26, 2009 3:09 PM EDT (AP)
New U.S. home sales surged 9.6 percent in July, rising for the fourth straight month and beating expectations as the housing market shows continuing signs of rebounding from its historic downturn.
Housing Affordability Continues To Hover Near Highest Level In 18 Years
Seeded on Mon Aug 24, 2009 9:55 AM EDT (WellsFargo, NAHB)
August 19, 2009 - Bolstered by affordable interest rates and low prices, nationwide housing affordability during the second quarter of 2009 continued to hover near its highest level since the series began 18 years ago, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells …
Buyers, Sellers Rank Real Estate Companies
Seeded on Fri Jul 31, 2009 1:11 PM EDT (J.D Power)
The study measures customer satisfaction with the largest national real estate companies. The most significant factor is the buyer/seller experience with the practitioner.
New Home Sales Rise
Seeded on Wed Jul 29, 2009 7:10 AM EDT (CNNMoney)
Sales of newly built single-family homes rose 11 percent in June to an annualized rate of 384,000, according to a report released Monday by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Best American towns to visit by car
Seeded on Wed Jul 8, 2009 6:37 PM EDT (msnbc.com)
Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta, Athens, Ga., has a thriving bike culture and live music scene culminating in the annual AthFest, a nonprofit music and arts festival held downtown.
In Depth: Best Small Cities For Jobs
Seeded on Wed Jun 24, 2009 8:32 AM EDT (Forbes)
College towns also did well on our list, particularly those in states that are both less expensive and outside the Great Lakes. Although universities--and their endowments--are feeling the recession's pinch, they continue to attract students.
Top College Towns For Jobs
Seeded on Wed Jun 24, 2009 8:29 AM EDT (Forbes)
Post-grads in these 20 metros, where job growth is rising, should stay put.
Top 25 Arts Destination | AmericanStyle Magazine Art Magazine, Art Galleries, Art Collectors, Art Museums, Art Fairs, Handmade Crafts, Arts Travel
Seeded on Wed Jun 24, 2009 8:27 AM EDT (American Style)
Top 25 Arts Destinations By the Staff of AmericanStyle Magazine
Will the $8,000 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Expand to $15,000?
Seeded on Mon Jun 22, 2009 11:10 PM EDT (US News & World Report)
In an effort to jump-start the ailing housing market, Sen. Johnny Isakson, a Republican from Georgia (and a former real estate professional) has introduced legislation that would beef up the tax credit for first-time home buyers.
How to sell your home to a first-time buyer
Seeded on Sun Jun 21, 2009 7:37 PM EDT (MarketWatch.com)
A federal tax credit of up to $8,000 is nudging many Americans into buying a home for the first time, good news for those trying to sell one.
News-Kiplinger's: 10 Best Places to Live and Work
Seeded on Thu May 28, 2009 2:43 PM EDT (Kiplinger's )
Where's the best place to hide during this economic downturn? Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine evaluated U.S. cities for their growth potential, analyzing their ability to hold onto jobs even if the economy softens further.
2009 Best Cities: It's All About Jobs
Seeded on Tue May 26, 2009 2:41 PM EDT (Kiplinger's )
Stable employment and new career opportunities give these cities an edge. From Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine, July 2009
Home Affordability Hits 18-Year High
Seeded on Tue May 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT (CNN Money)
Housing affordability is reaching record levels with nearly 73 percent of all homes sold in the first three months of 2009 considered affordable.
Tax Credit Can Be Used for Down Payment
Seeded on Tue May 12, 2009 9:19 PM EDT (NAR)
The Federal Housing Administration is going to permit its lenders to allow home buyers to use the $8,000 tax credit as a down payment.
Putting Mortgages into 'Plain Language'
Seeded on Tue May 12, 2009 9:17 AM EDT (The New York Times)
"We wanted to change the conversation to 'How much house can I comfortably afford?' rather than 'What's the maximum I can buy?' " said Aditya Bhasin, the product, pricing and strategy executive for Bank of America Home Loans.
Ignore the Headlines
Seeded on Mon May 11, 2009 1:29 PM EDT (TIME)
Finance costs will rise as the economy recovers, so trying to time real estate might not pay off.
Survey: Americans Still Eager to Buy
Seeded on Tue Apr 7, 2009 3:54 PM EDT (Realtor.org)
Nearly 25 percent of adults say they plan to purchase a home in the next five years and half of those (53.5 percent) will be first-time home buyers, according to a survey commissioned by Move Inc., operator of Realtor.com.
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