by Beth McGuire | Aug 29, 2011 | For Your Clients, News |
The price tag for residential properties caused by flood damage from Hurricane Irene’s surges along the East Coast could total than $59 billion worth of flood-related damages to a total of 900,000 properties, and many—if not most—are not covered by flood insurance....
by Beth McGuire | Aug 29, 2011 | For Your Clients |
(MCT)—All of us are guilty of stashing away outdated items that we just don’t know what to do with. It could be VHS tapes or expired medicines or outdated phone books. Here are five of the most common outdated items we have stockpiled away and solutions to help you...
by Susanne Dwyer | Aug 28, 2011 | For Your Clients, News |
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...
by Susanne Dwyer | Aug 28, 2011 | Coaching, For Your Clients, Marketing, News |
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...
by Susanne Dwyer | Aug 28, 2011 | For Your Clients, Marketing, News |
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...
by Susanne Dwyer | Aug 28, 2011 | For Your Clients |
(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...