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Unfinished Homes a Sad Symbol of Real Estate Downturn

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—(MCT)—The listing describes the new, six-bedroom, six-bath Colonial on Timberlane Road in Upper Saddle River, N.J., as “spectacular.” With an asking price of almost $1.6 million, it’s a “must see,” the listing says.

But up close, the picture…


Jumbo Mortgage Market Beginning to Thaw

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—(MCT)—Phil Kelly had 18 more months to go before the fixed rate on his $2.5 million mortgage became adjustable. But when Kelly, a former computer executive living in Rancho Santa Fe, California learned he could knock his interest…


The Secret to Success? Treat Your Business Like a Job

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—Finding success in today’s real estate market is about getting back to basics- which for many real estate professionals means showing up every day ready to work. Here, Alicia Trevino, President & CEO Century 21 Alicia Trevino Realtors…


Around the Home – Eating Healthy without Breaking the Bank

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—(MCT)—Nutritious foods can be expensive, but dietitians say there are ways to go healthy without going broke. The following tips will help you maintain your healthy eating routine while keeping money in the bank.

Plan ahead. Write out a…


Renters: 6 Ways to Spruce Up Your Space

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—(MCT)—The new American dream: Renting, until the dust settles. More Americans are renting homes and giving up on home ownership—at least for now. Job loss and foreclosures are forcing some folks out of their family homes and…


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Mortgage Rates Drop Slightly in Freddie Mac Weekly Survey
McLean, VA -- Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 4.95 percent with an average 0.7 point for the week ending March 11, 2010, down from last week when it averaged 4.97 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 5.03 percent.
Have an Eco-Friendly Home? Make Sure Buyers Know It
In tight real estate markets one sure thing is that sellers have to highlight the finest qualities of their homes. Yet, sometimes the very benefits buyers might be interested in are overlooked.
Moreira on Success: Be Flexible, Willing to Change and Never Stop Learning
[Note: To follow is an excerpt of a radio show interview conducted by Peter L. Mosca, host of Income Property Investment Talk dot com, with Steven Moreira, CCIM, CIPS, and CEO and sole stock-holder of the 4-Quadrant Magic Companies, who provides a comprehensive look at the financial markets, financing, and what is happening on the streets in the marketplace, right now in terms of funding and lending. To listen to the show archive or download an MP3, go to www.IncomePropertyInvestmentTalk.com/021010.]
Tighter Requirements for FHA Loans Loom
It's about to get tougher to qualify for a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage, often considered the replacement loan for the collapsed subprime market.
Nine Leadership Mistakes to Consider As You Rebuild Real Estate
A word of advice for builders, contractors, developers and all other players interested in re-building strength back into the real estate marketplace: only strong, balanced, and experienced leadership at the executive level will pull the industry through to the next upcycle. According to Bill Ferguson, author of the new book "Keepers of the Castle: Real Estate Executives on Leadership and Management" it is time to rid the industry of the greed and egos that helped contribute to the industry's downfall and allow the "great leaders in the industry" to get real estate back on its feet. Now, says Ferguson, companies must implement another business strategy--a focus on leadership and building a leadership bench within their companies.
What's My Real Estate Really Worth?
How much is your real estate--your house, condominium unit, cottage, income property--worth in this market?
The House Hunter's Toolkit
It may not feel like Spring in your town, but for most of the United States, we've turned a corner. The sun is shining, the snow is melting, and the crocuses are poking their heads up through the ground; a brutal winter is winding down.

News for Homebuyers and Sellers
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HAMP: Permanent loan mods up 45%
Borrowers see median monthly savings of about $519

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REAL ESTATE NEWS: March 12, 2010
P.M. EDITION: Inman News Headlines

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Credit starvation fallout
Commentary: Counting the (mortgage) seconds

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The beauty of backup offers
The Wheel Estate Cam: Episode 15

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Buyers baffled by lack of bargains
Home Sale Hindsight

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Roof shingles to rave about
Durability, looks, fire protection are unparalleled

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Sotheby's realty franchise grows in U.K.
Countrywide will have exclusive license for at least 25 years

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