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5 Power Saving Ideas That Can Lower Your Energy Bill

February 13, 2013 by Robby Oakes

Whether you are energy conscious or just trying to save money, there are many steps you can take to lower your home bills while helping the environment at the same time.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: energy, power, Savings

Clever Tips for Paying Off Your Home Mortgage Faster

February 12, 2013 by Robby Oakes

Seven clever tips to help you get your mortgage payments on the fast track.

Filed Under: Personal Finance Tagged With: Budget, Financial Planning, Home Ownership

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week: February 11th, 2013

February 11, 2013 by Robby Oakes

Mortgage rates worsened for the week ending February 8, 2013 in response to strong economic data in the US and abroad.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Homebuilder Confidence, Interest Rates, Mortgage Rates

When Can You Buy Real Estate After Foreclosure?

February 8, 2013 by Robby Oakes

If you lost your home due to foreclosure, you probably haven’t given up on the dream of owning a new home. The good news is that a number of guidelines have changed which may allow you an opportunity to buy that new home sooner than you think.

Filed Under: Personal Finance Tagged With: Foreclosure, Home Financing, Short Sale

Case-Shiller Index Shows Near 6% Home Price Gain

February 7, 2013 by Robby Oakes

Last week, the S&P/Case-Shiller Index showed home prices gaining 5.5 percent during the 12-month period ending November 2012, marking the largest one-year gain in home prices since May 2010.

Filed Under: Housing Analysis Tagged With: Case-Shiller Index, Home Price Index, Home Values

Tax Breaks Granted By The 2012 Fiscal Cliff Negotiations

February 6, 2013 by Robby Oakes

The Fiscal Cliff negotiations earlier this year created new tax breaks for homeowners, and extended others.

Filed Under: Taxes Tagged With: April 15, Fiscal Cliff, Taxes

6 Tips For Buying An Older Home

February 5, 2013 by Robby Oakes

Buying an old home is like buying a piece of local history. Here is how to do it properly.

Filed Under: Personal Finance Tagged With: Antique, Asbestos, Home Buying

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week : February 4, 2012

February 4, 2013 by Robby Oakes

Mortgage rates worsened last week amid evidence of an improving economy.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Fed Funds Rate, FOMC, Jobless Claims

Help Your Home Office Shine When Selling Your Property

February 1, 2013 by Robby Oakes

A well-showcased home office can help your home sell faster, and for a higher price. Here are some tips to help your home office shine.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Home Office, Home Sales, Staging

Breaking Down The Federal Reserve Statement (January 2013 Edition)

January 31, 2013 by Robby Oakes

The Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to maintain the Federal Funds Rate within its current range of zero to 0.25 percent

Filed Under: Federal Reserve Tagged With: Fed Funds Rate, FOMC, Inflation

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