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Pending Home Sales Down from Surge but Higher than a Year Ago
RISMEDIA, January 7, 2010—Contract activity for pending home sales fell after a surge of activity in preceding months to beat...
RISMEDIA, January 7, 2010—Contract activity for pending home sales fell after a surge of activity in preceding months to beat...
1 day ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Home Buying..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
How Many Credit Cards Is Too Many?
RISMEDIA, January 7, 2010—While one in seven Americans has at least 10 credit cards, the average is four, according to a...
RISMEDIA, January 7, 2010—While one in seven Americans has at least 10 credit cards, the average is four, according to a...
Rismedia posted a blog entry
Making the Most of 2010
RISMEDIA, January 5, 2010—In the days leading up to the New Year, I found myself in numerous conversations where the central...
RISMEDIA, January 5, 2010—In the days leading up to the New Year, I found myself in numerous conversations where the central...
3 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
Home Prices Still Improving, but at a Moderating Pace
RISMEDIA, December 31, 2009—Data through October 2009, recently released by Standard & Poor’s for its...
RISMEDIA, December 31, 2009—Data through October 2009, recently released by Standard & Poor’s for its...
8 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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9 Things That Are Looking Up for 2010
RISMEDIA, December 29, 2009—This is the time of year when columnists either write about the major events of the past year or...
RISMEDIA, December 29, 2009—This is the time of year when columnists either write about the major events of the past year or...
10 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Finance and..., Homeowner's..., Real EstateRismedia posted a blog entry
Regional Spotlight: Florida’s Existing Home, Condo Sales Up in November 2009
RISMEDIA, December 29, 2009—Florida’s existing home sales rose in November 2009, marking 15 months that sales activity...
RISMEDIA, December 29, 2009—Florida’s existing home sales rose in November 2009, marking 15 months that sales activity...
10 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Home Buying..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
‘Tis the Season to Forgive: Why Letting Go of Your Business Grievances Will Make for a Happier New Year
RISMEDIA, December 28, 2009—What’s the best thing you can do for your work life this holiday season? If you’re a...
RISMEDIA, December 28, 2009—What’s the best thing you can do for your work life this holiday season? If you’re a...
Rismedia posted a blog entry
HUD to Provide Temporary Relief to Homeowners Facing Problem Drywall
RISMEDIA, December 28, 2009—The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced that FHA-insured families...
RISMEDIA, December 28, 2009—The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced that FHA-insured families...
11 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
Regional Spotlight: New York’s November 2009 Home Sales up 34% Compared to Last Year
RISMEDIA, December 24, 2009—Statewide sales of existing single-family homes in New York State jumped 34% in November 2009,...
RISMEDIA, December 24, 2009—Statewide sales of existing single-family homes in New York State jumped 34% in November 2009,...
15 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Home Buying..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
Volunteers Encourage Neighbors to Seek Trial Loan Modifications
RISMEDIA, December 24, 2009—(MCT)—Standing on the front stoop of neighborhood homes, Betty Gutierrez sees her community...
RISMEDIA, December 24, 2009—(MCT)—Standing on the front stoop of neighborhood homes, Betty Gutierrez sees her community...
15 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
Virtual Staging Technique Helps Realtors and Home Owners Sell Vacant Properties
RISMEDIA, December 23, 2009—Realtors and Homeowners are raving about www.virtualstagingsolutions.com, a low-cost, innovative,...
RISMEDIA, December 23, 2009—Realtors and Homeowners are raving about www.virtualstagingsolutions.com, a low-cost, innovative,...
16 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
First-Time Home Buyers Active in New Jersey Real Estate Market
RISMEDIA, December 23, 2009—According to the 2009 Profile of New Jersey Home Buyers and Sellers, first-time buyers account...
RISMEDIA, December 23, 2009—According to the 2009 Profile of New Jersey Home Buyers and Sellers, first-time buyers account...
16 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Home Buying..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
Home for the Holidays
RISMEDIA, December 22, 2009—That is a phrase that stirs deep emotions. The very idea of spending the most precious time of...
RISMEDIA, December 22, 2009—That is a phrase that stirs deep emotions. The very idea of spending the most precious time of...
17 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
Tips for Homeowners: How to Budget for Home Maintenance
RISMEDIA, December 22, 2009—While buying a home is a huge financial expenditure, homeowners need to keep in mind that the...
RISMEDIA, December 22, 2009—While buying a home is a huge financial expenditure, homeowners need to keep in mind that the...
17 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Home Buying..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Home Buying..., Homeowner's..., Real EstateRismedia posted a blog entry
New Home Energy-Efficiency Incentives Could Boost Recovery
RISMEDIA, December 21, 2009—The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently commended President Barack Obama as he...
RISMEDIA, December 21, 2009—The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently commended President Barack Obama as he...
18 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate, Today's...
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
Has the Housing Industry Hit Bottom? As Demand Disappears, Builders Say 2009 Marks Housing’s Bottom
RISMEDIA, December 18, 2009—Despite significantly lower traffic and sales this month, Southern California retained pricing...
RISMEDIA, December 18, 2009—Despite significantly lower traffic and sales this month, Southern California retained pricing...
Rismedia posted a blog entry
Help for Homeowners – Understanding the Making Home Affordable Program
RISMEDIA, December 16, 2009—(MCT)—Michelle had lived in her southeast Wichita home for 15 years, but when she emerged from...
RISMEDIA, December 16, 2009—(MCT)—Michelle had lived in her southeast Wichita home for 15 years, but when she emerged from...
23 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate, Today's...
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
| Topics: Consumer News and..., Homeowner's..., Real Estate, Today's...Rismedia posted a blog entry
A Holiday Letter to the President
RISMEDIA, December 15, 2009—Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family. This is a difficult time to be the leader of...
RISMEDIA, December 15, 2009—Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family. This is a difficult time to be the leader of...
24 days ago
RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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RISmedia - Real Estate Magazine
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kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Homeowner Confidence Inconsistent as Home Values Fluctuate Regionally
RISMEDIA, November 18, 2009—Homeowner confidence was all over the map in the third quarter, as home values in some parts of...
RISMEDIA, November 18, 2009—Homeowner confidence was all over the map in the third quarter, as home values in some parts of...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
The Problems with Mortgage Modifications
RISMEDIA, November 18, 2009—If you have applied for a mortgage modification, I wish you luck. It seems so simple on the...
RISMEDIA, November 18, 2009—If you have applied for a mortgage modification, I wish you luck. It seems so simple on the...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Podcast Your Way to Today’s Tech-Savvy Buyer
RISMEDIA, November 17, 2009—Today, buyers and sellers are turning to the Internet for more information than just housing...
RISMEDIA, November 17, 2009—Today, buyers and sellers are turning to the Internet for more information than just housing...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Sellers Gain Tiny Bit of Traction in September; Buyers Still Negotiating Thousands Off Home Prices
RISMEDIA, November 17, 2009—The negotiating power of homebuyers slipped a tad in September 2009, but buyers in most markets...
RISMEDIA, November 17, 2009—The negotiating power of homebuyers slipped a tad in September 2009, but buyers in most markets...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Planning Year-End Tax Strategies in a Down Year
RISMEDIA, November 17, 2009—(MCT)—Year-end tax planning this year will be different from years past, largely because of the...
RISMEDIA, November 17, 2009—(MCT)—Year-end tax planning this year will be different from years past, largely because of the...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
10 Things to Consider when Hiring a Move Management Company
RISMEDIA, November 16, 2009—While moving can be a tedious process, working with a reputable move management company can make...
RISMEDIA, November 16, 2009—While moving can be a tedious process, working with a reputable move management company can make...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Weichert Sees Expanded Tax Credit as Final Step to a Healthy Market
RISMEDIA, November 16, 2009—Nearly two years ago, James M. Weichert, president and founder of Weichert, Realtors, began...
RISMEDIA, November 16, 2009—Nearly two years ago, James M. Weichert, president and founder of Weichert, Realtors, began...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Will FHA Rule Change Benefit Condo Market?
RISMEDIA, November 16, 2009—(MCT)—The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is giving the condo market something it...
RISMEDIA, November 16, 2009—(MCT)—The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is giving the condo market something it...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Regional Spotlight – Florida’s Existing Home, Condo Sales Rise in 3Q 2009
RISMEDIA, November 14, 2009—Sales of existing single-family homes in Florida rose 33% in the third quarter 2009 compared to...
RISMEDIA, November 14, 2009—Sales of existing single-family homes in Florida rose 33% in the third quarter 2009 compared to...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Fannie Mae to Rent Foreclosed Homes to Their Owners
RISMEDIA, November 14, 2009— (MCT)—Qualifying homeowners facing foreclosure will be able to stay in their homes—as...
RISMEDIA, November 14, 2009— (MCT)—Qualifying homeowners facing foreclosure will be able to stay in their homes—as...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Foreclosure Activity Slows for Third Straight Month
RISMEDIA, November 12, 2009—RealtyTrac one of the leading online marketplaces for foreclosure properties, released its...
RISMEDIA, November 12, 2009—RealtyTrac one of the leading online marketplaces for foreclosure properties, released its...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Are Short Sales Really the Next Big Thing?
RISMEDIA, November 11, 2009—If you believe the hype, it appears that the next phase of the housing market recovery is going...
RISMEDIA, November 11, 2009—If you believe the hype, it appears that the next phase of the housing market recovery is going...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Understanding Home Owners Association Fees
“The Home Owners Association fee is too high!” RISMEDIA, November 10, 2009—That is one of the most common objections to...
“The Home Owners Association fee is too high!” RISMEDIA, November 10, 2009—That is one of the most common objections to...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Negative Equity Falls in Third Quarter, Home Values Show Short-Term Stabilization
RISMEDIA, November 9, 2009—The percent of American single-family homes with mortgages in negative equity fell to 21% in the...
RISMEDIA, November 9, 2009—The percent of American single-family homes with mortgages in negative equity fell to 21% in the...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Expanded Version of Tax Credit Will Allow More Homebuyers to Qualify
RISMEDIA, November 9, 2009—President Obama recently signed an expanded version of the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit...
RISMEDIA, November 9, 2009—President Obama recently signed an expanded version of the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Consumers Would Rather Make Their Homes Prettier than Energy-Efficient, According to Energy Pulse Survey
RISMEDIA, November 4, 2009—A new national survey recently released finds Americans once again prefer aesthetic home...
RISMEDIA, November 4, 2009—A new national survey recently released finds Americans once again prefer aesthetic home...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Coming Together to Rebuild and Restore – How Two Companies are Bringing Hope to America’s Home Buyers
RISMEDIA, November 3, 2009—We’ve heard a lot about the ‘perfect storm’ over the past year—appreciating home prices,...
RISMEDIA, November 3, 2009—We’ve heard a lot about the ‘perfect storm’ over the past year—appreciating home prices,...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
In Tough Economic Times, More Homeowners Look to Roommates to Help Make Ends Meet
RISMEDIA, November 3, 2009—(MCT)—Last year, Lori Gordon lost half her nest egg but gained a new friend about half her age....
RISMEDIA, November 3, 2009—(MCT)—Last year, Lori Gordon lost half her nest egg but gained a new friend about half her age....
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Homebuyer Tax Credit Extension Crucial, Say Local Real Estate Professionals
RISMEDIA, November 2, 2009—(MCT)—Local real estate professionals hear a clock ticking, and they’re sure it’s...
RISMEDIA, November 2, 2009—(MCT)—Local real estate professionals hear a clock ticking, and they’re sure it’s...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
CAR Reports September Home Sales Increased 2.1 Percent; Median Home Price Declined 7.3 Percent
RISMEDIA, November 2, 2009—Home sales increased 2.1% in September 2009 in California compared with the same period a year...
RISMEDIA, November 2, 2009—Home sales increased 2.1% in September 2009 in California compared with the same period a year...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Administration Calls on Congress to Approve Key Housing Measures
RISMEDIA, October 31, 2009—Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan called on Congress to approve...
RISMEDIA, October 31, 2009—Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan called on Congress to approve...
kworlandorealestate posted a blog entry
Social Security 101 – Make Your Choice Wisely
RISMEDIA, October 31, 2009—(MCT)—Many Americans take Social Security early, at age 62, because they really need it....
RISMEDIA, October 31, 2009—(MCT)—Many Americans take Social Security early, at age 62, because they really need it....
