Dispelling the 20 Percent Downpayment Myth
In my column last month, I discussed a government proposal that could have significant impact on the future of the housing industry: the QRM, or Qualified Residential Mortgage, as part of the Dodd-Frank Act. According to the proposed QRM definition, lenders must hold...Sell Properties Faster with Furniture Rental
A slow economy combined with stricter lending regulations has caused a surplus of homes in the housing market. With many homes sitting on the market for an extended period of time, it is difficult to get your listing noticed. How can you highlight the best features of...In Baltimore, Homes Sell for Less Than $10,000
Regional Spotlight—(MCT)—Andrew Wells is hoping to buy a Baltimore home for around the cost of an old car: Less than $10,000. Turns out he’s in good company. One of every 10 city homes sold during the first half of the year , about 275 in all, fell in that price...Tips for Struggling Homeowners
(MCT)—Struggling to make your mortgage payments? Already in default? Housing counselors say the most important advice is not to wait to get help. Read the notices and contact your lender or loan servicer to discuss your situation. Putting off these talks will likely...Neighborhood Info in High Demand
When people are looking for a new place to live, they usually want to know some key facts beyond cost and number of rooms: Most notably, they are curious about what is in the neighborhood and what their commute would be like. In fact, over three quarters of home...
Strategies to Boost Your Content’s Visibility
What’s the point of having a social media game plan if your content isn’t getting in front of the right people? Here are a few ways to improve your brand’s visibility and reach on social media.
Read more.
Provided by
