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5 Important Tips To Save Money On Your Tax Bill

Owning real estate can make a big difference on your tax return, so make sure that you’re taking advantage of all the deductions you’re entitled to.

Existing Home Sales Rise As Home Inventory Shrinks

Home sales rose for the 11th consecutive month according to the National Association of REALTORS® Existing Home Sales Report for January.

Is Downsizing The Next Big Trend In Homes?

Instead of going for larger homes, which was an overwhelming trend in years past, many people are choosing micro-dwellings.

Quick Tips For Moving To A New Home In Miserable Weather

Moving in Miserable Weather: Here are a few tips to keep in mind when you are moving on a day with terrible weather.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week: February 25th, 2013

A quiet week in economic news caused mortgage rates to worsen slightly.

How To Know If You Will Need Private Mortgage Insurance on Your Mortgage Loan

You may be wondering what PMI is and how you know when you need to purchase it.

Below is the short version of what you need to know.

3 Common Myths About Real Estate Short Sales

Many people don’t have a clear understanding of the purpose of short sales or how they actually work.

Builder Confidence In New Home Sales Stay Near All Time High

February’s Housing Market Index reading remains near the HMI’s highest level since April 2006, when the HMI reading reached 51.

When Can You Buy Real Estate After Foreclosure?

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.

Case-Shiller Index Shows Near 6% Home Price Gain

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.