Monthly Archives: January 2010

The Right Way To Make Your Bed When Your Home Is Listed For Sale

Well-made beds aren’t just for comfort — they’re for presentation, too. Especially when you’re selling your home. A pristine bed conveys an image of cleanliness and order to potential home buyers and that can help you get more of your asking price at the point of negotiation.

Spring 2010 FHA Guidelines Make Borrowing Tougher And More Expensive

In a statement issued Wednesday, the Federal Housing Authority outlined policy changes to its mortgage assistance program. The shift is meant to both reduce the government group’s portfolio risk while strengthening its overall financials. For consumers, the changes mean higher costs.

There’s 100 Days Left To Claim The Homebuyer Tax Credit

November 6, 2009, Congress voted to extend and expand the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit program. There’s 100 days left to claim it.

Interesting Homes : The Skinniest Home In The City Sells For $2.1 Million

The next time you think you’ve outgrown your home, imagine what life would be like in New York City’s “skinniest home”. It’s barely wider than your wingspan.

RealtyTrac’s 2009 Foreclosure Report Gives Reason For Optimism

Versus 2008, foreclosures are up 21 percent nationwide and that’s a big number, but a deeper look at RealtyTrac’s annual reports reveals a more positive undertone on the housing market.

10 Cities For Home Bargains

As the housing market improves across the country, certain cities are emerging as relative bargains.

2010 FHA Loan Limits Released

The FHA published its 2010 loan limits. There’s no change from 2009.