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Signed into law in July, the Federal Housing Administration’s HOPE for Homeowners
program began October 1. While it was debated for several months before being approved, it’s been a bit overshadowed by the $700 billion bailout bill. The program, which will offer 30-year fixed mortgages, will end on September 30, 2011. It’s expected that it will be a few weeks before consumers can take advantage of the [...]
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15. October 2008
with nine already agreeing to participate in the program, as it seeks to reverse a collapse in trust among institutions that is blocking lending. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson urged financial institutions to start offering cash again to prevent further company failures. While the cost of three-month dollar loans has dropped in the wake of the [...]
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Orange County Market Udate
15. October 2008
The state of the economy is at the forefront of the nation’s mind and most, if not all, of us are following the multitude of news reports and press conferences that are occurring. Here’s the latest as of Tuesday morning. President Bush announced early Tuesday morning the government’s $250 billion plan to purchase shares in nine [...]
2 ReactionsRepair credit best for fixing home defects
22. August 2008
Once you have completed this action plan and have the results of your negotiation with the seller, only then do you have the full information you need to make a decision about whether to move forward with this purchase. While it is true that sellers are more motivated now than in the last generation to help with repairs, if they have already given you a great price, they may or may not be able to afford to add credits on top of that. Look at the help the seller can (or cannot) offer in the holistic context of the price, property, etc., rather than as an isolated potential deal-breaker.
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Would-be tenant has specific parking needs
22. August 2008
Now, let's put this all together. Because the landlord's "penalty" is unenforceable, your nephew can ignore it if he's pretty certain that he and the roommates will land a substitute in less than two months (he'll still have to pay his share until that person takes over). But if the market is soft, or the rental just isn't that attractive, settling for those two months might actually be the smarter thing to do. If your nephew ends up paying rent at two locations for a time, he can think of it as additional tuition, for a class called "Contracts."
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Can A Little Wire Improve My Home’s Value In Newport Beach, Ca?
23. July 2008
Homes that have Fiber get more attention as today's consumers are more reliant on high speed access for many reasons. Even homes that are passed by fiber would naturally have more appeal.
Tell Us Your Thoughts...After the gloom in the media and on Wall Street about housing values, someone forgot to check the stats!
23. July 2008
So why the crisis in Newport Beach, Ca?
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Positive market factors surfacing in Newport Beach, Ca
8. July 2008
"Home buyers are starting to get off the fence and into the market, drawn by drops in home prices in many areas and armed with greater access to affordable mortgages," said Richard Gaylord, NAR president. "Today's buyer plans to stay in a home for 10 years - a good strategy for building long-term wealth."
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Wondering What The Housing Stimulus Bill Will Mean to You in Orange County, CA
3. July 2008
Low income housing tax credit modification. This program provides incentives to builders to construct affordable rental housing, which helps Americans save enough money to eventually become home owners. But builders trying to stay in business in the current economic downturn can’t afford to build these types of units.
Tell Us Your Thoughts...The Theory of “buy now vs. Later” in Newport Beach California
18. June 2008
Another result of more homes being sold would be the economic stimulus. The average household will spend more money right after move-in than in any other time-frame in homeownership. From remodeling the new home to buying new appliances, homeowners still drive the economy.
Tell Us Your Thoughts...You don’t have to lose your home in Orange County, CA
12. June 2008
Avoiding foreclosure is like avoiding the pelage. However, the Newport Beach Real Estate Market is doing better than expected
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Foreclosures in Newport Beach California
12. June 2008
Finding REO properties are not always the best deal in Newport Beach California
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Renters also suffer from foreclosures in The Newport Beach California Real Estate Market
3. June 2008
Renters vs Home Owners in Newport Beach have suffered the most.
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Time to update property tax assessment values
3. June 2008
Time to update property tax assessment values Many local governments are raising their property tax rate as a means of relieving their revenue shortfalls. That couldn’t come at a worse time for most homeowners who now struggle with higher gas and food costs - higher prices for almost everything. Facing higher taxes is particularly difficult [...]
Tell Us Your Thoughts...New home sales rising in Newport Beach California
3. June 2008
Several Homes in Newport Beach California are selling because of the great values you can find today.
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Newport Beach, Ca home Sales
28. May 2008
This report offers a detailed look at the home sales activity in 92660, Newport Beach, CA. All home sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. SALES ACTIVITY (Number of Home Sales Transactions) RECENT HOME SALES PRICE TRENDS HOME SALES SUMMARY Period Total Sold Average Price Median Price 2008 Jan - [...]
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Credit Card Companies in the Cross Hairs of Congress
28. May 2008
Credit Card Companies In The Cross Hairs Of Congress Aggressive legislation by the Federal Reserve, and supported by Congress aimed at the credit card industry, is currently in the works. The goal is to get unfair practices under control and force the industry to be more consumer friendly. The substantial and uncontrolled increases in terms, [...]
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Alternative Minimum Tax
28. May 2008
Alternative Minimum Tax Leaves Taxpayers’ Returns in Limbo Late Legislation Will Delay the Processing of Millions of Tax Returns; CEDAR RAPIDS, IA–(Marketwire - Most taxpayers who file their tax return early do so because they are eager to claim their anticipated refund. However, this tax season, as many as 50 million taxpayers who file their [...]
Tell Us Your Thoughts...Buying and Selling a Home in Newport Beach California
8. May 2008
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- After the gloom in the media and on Wall Street about housing values, someone forgot to check the stats!
- Positive market factors surfacing in Newport Beach, Ca
- Wondering What The Housing Stimulus Bill Will Mean to You in Orange County, CA
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- Time to update property tax assessment values
- New home sales rising in Newport Beach California
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