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blogs: 12 Hidden Costs of Homeownership - 04/12/10 10:00 AM
12 Hidden Costs of Homeownership
As the spring season gets underway, many Americans will be looking to take advantage of the lower real estate prices, attractive mortgage rates, and federal tax credit by purchasing a home. But remember: Not all of the costs associated with homeownership are reflected in the listed price.
Indeed, many buyers -- particularly first-time buyers -- may be surprised by the amount of cash they'll need to set aside for housing-related expenses that they hadn't previously considered.
These often-overlooked expenses can include everything from title insurance to lawn mowing. To give would-be home buyers a … (5 comments)
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blogs: Program Will Pay Homeowners to Sell at a Loss - 03/14/10 09:43 PM
Program Will Pay Homeowners to Sell at a Loss
by David StreitfeldMonday, March 8, 2010
In an effort to end the foreclosure crisis, the Obama administration has been trying to keep defaulting owners in their homes. Now it will take a new approach: paying some of them to leave.
This latest program, which will allow owners to sell for less than they owe and will give them a little cash to speed them on their way, is one of This latest program, which will allowthe administration's most aggressive attempts to grapple with a problem that has defied solutions.
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blogs: Investor Report: Tax Extender Act: 50 tax program extensions beyond their December 31st scheduled expiration date. - 12/19/09 10:48 PM
Investor Report: Tax Extender Act
by Kenneth R. Harney
Real estate investors are facing a squeeze play on Capitol Hill, with important tax incentives nearing an end-of-the-year deadline.
Last week the House approved what's known as the Tax Extender Act, a Christmas tree bill filled with nearly 50 tax program extensions beyond their December 31st scheduled expiration date.
Two of the extenders are especially significant for investment real estate: First is the so-called "leasehold improvements" provision, which allows owners of commercial, retail, hotel and office buildings -- large and small -- to use an accelerated 15-year depreciation schedule in writing … (2 comments)
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blogs: Six Secrets of Internet Home Buying - 06/27/08 08:54 PM
Six Secrets of Internet Home Buying
By Luke Mullins Posted May 6, 2008
With the worst housing slump in a generation slashing home prices across the country, the dynamics of the market have shifted squarely in favor of buyers. And as the real estate industry grows increasingly Web-savvy, house hunters can now scour through neighborhoods, inspect front porches, and even peek inside bedrooms from the comfort of their desktops. But while this surge of new information can help you find that perfect home, it can also-at times-make the whole process overwhelming. Here are six ways to ensure that your online … (0 comments)
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