U.S. home prices have fully recovered from their steep plunge while in the housing bust and Great Recession, according to a private measure. Home prices exceed pre-recession height The Standard & Poor's CoreLogic Case-Shiller national home price index is slightly higher than the ... » Learn More about Home prices exceed pre-recession height
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Could court ruling bring about more foreclosures to market?
Delinquent Florida homeowners could be getting long-delayed foreclosure notices after a court ruling cleared the way for lenders to bring back cases that have stalled for several years. The Florida Supreme Court ruled last month that lenders can refile foreclosure cases against owners still in ... » Learn More about Could court ruling bring about more foreclosures to market?
Conforming Mortgage Levels Increase for 2017
The federal government is increasing the levels for conforming mortgages from $417,000 to $424,100 in most areas of the United States starting Jan. 1, 2017, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced last Wednesday-the first such increase since 2006. Conforming Mortgage Levels Increase for ... » Learn More about Conforming Mortgage Levels Increase for 2017
Suggestions for Holiday Light Touring
Driving around, admiring the creativity (and craziness) of holiday lights is an all-American tradition which costs less than a Starbucks Gingerbread Latte. Just be sure you be courteous while you enjoy the spectacle. For example…. Suggestions for Holiday Light Touring 1. Don't block ... » Learn More about Suggestions for Holiday Light Touring
December Homeowner Helpful tips
December is a busy, holiday-focused month. Get the most from it by planning ahead and focusing on meaningful events. December Homeowner Helpful tips Decorate for the holidays-and sort for the future. Whenever you take out the holiday gear this year, pay attention to what you are ... » Learn More about December Homeowner Helpful tips