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The Obama administration put together a plan to try and salvage the deteriorating housing market. From its inception, lenders have been revising mortgage loans to make them more affordable for their customer. However, there are some people that cannot take advantage of the mortgage adjustments: h...

It may be unnecessary to point out, but homes that are cleaner, or appear cleaner always sell the fastest. Below are some inside tips on what you can do before buyers step foot in your home. PEOPLE JUDGE A HOME BY ITS COVER - If your lawn is not manicured or the landscaping is lacking in color, i...

GET PRE-APPROVED - It is important to get pre-approved for a mortgage before you make any offers. The housing market is competitive, regardless of the economy, and if you have outstanding conditions such as unsecured financing, it can be a deal breaker. Sometimes sellers will accept a lower offer...

As a result of the current economy, there are a multitude of distressed properties readily available on the market. If you have deep pockets, your chances of netting a handsome profit are quite high. However, searching for the right home is frustrating and sorting through the exhaustive list of f...

Negotiating a mortgage for your new home can be stressful and intimidating. Here are 5 negotiating tips that you can add to your checklist: 1. KNOW YOUR SCORE - Checking your credit significantly beforehand is very helpful. This way, you can find out if your credit score is ranked high enough to ...

A whopping 100,000 people in Florida were forced into foreclosure during the first quarter of 2009. The state ranks number one in the country for mortgage defaults, not to mention the only state reporting double digits. 11 percent of Florida homes are in foreclosure, according to the Mortgage Ban...

Thinking about remodeling your home? So are millions of other Americans. However, the economy is forcing homeowners to re-evaluate their role in the remodeling. Over half of homeowners with plans to remodel are attempting to complete the work themselves. Sure, there are easy ways to fix-up your h...

Central Florida is one of the most visited destinations world, not to mention a hot spot for young people and retirees. The area has something to offer everyone. From sparkling lakes and rivers perfect for fishing or boating, to unique attractions and recreational venues. The best part about Cent...