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The press is referring to the May New Home Sales report as “poor”. A closer look, however, shows that may not be the case.

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NBC’s The Today Show hosted Consumer Reports for its take on mattresses. Some of the results may surprise you.

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Single-family housing starts plummeted to a one-year low in May, just 30 days after soaring to a 20-month high. It’s no wonder home builders are confused.

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Contrary to what you may have read (or heard), the federal home buyer tax credit has not been extended past June 30, 2010. At least not yet.

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If you plan to finance your home with a conforming interest only mortgage, get your loan application submitted no later than this Friday, June 18. Starting next week, Fannie Mae is clamping down on the popular loan product.

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According to foreclosure-tracking firm RealtyTrac.com, bank repossessions reached record levels for the second straight month in May, topping 93,000 properties nationwide. All 50 states are up, year-over-year.

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April marks the third straight month that pending home sales are up and today’s buyers should take note. This is because, according to the National Association of Realtors®, 80% of homes under contract close within 60 days.

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After moving into a new home, you should immediately replace its deadbolt locks.

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According to The Conference Board, economic confidence is as high as it’s been since August 2007 — 4 months before the start of the recession. Americans are optimistic again. It’s good for home prices but bad for mortgage rates.

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Image by ☺ Lee J Haywood via Flickr Moving from one home to another can be overwhelming, but moving to a new city or town can be especially stressful. Consider these suggestions to make your move hassle-free. Keep track of the little expenses. Budget for gas money and even pit stops you might make along […]

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