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Archives: September 2010


First-Time Home Buyers Stoke Demand for Smaller, Less Expensive Homes

RISMEDIA, September 28, 2010—A growing segment of the housing market—first-time home buyers—are contributing to an increase in demand for smaller and less expensive new homes, according to research from economists at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Delving into … Read more

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Housing Tax Incentives Benefit Younger Households Most

RISMEDIA, September 29, 2010—New research from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reveals that the benefits of housing-related tax deductions, such as the mortgage interest deduction, generally decline in value as individuals age. Using Internal Revenue Service Statistics of … Read more

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Housing Tax Incentives Benefit Younger Households Most

RISMEDIA, September 29, 2010—New research from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) reveals that the benefits of housing-related tax deductions, such as the mortgage interest deduction, generally decline in value as individuals age. Using Internal Revenue Service Statistics of … Read more

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Impending FHA Changes Underscore Need for Realtors to Stay Apprised of Mortgage Options

RISMEDIA, September 28, 2010—On October 4, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) will implement changes to the premium structures for an FHA-backed mortgage, making it more costly for home buyers to procure FHA loan products. This imminent change in FHA lending, … Read more

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Real Estate Market Domination Summit – Off to the Races

RISMEDIA, September 22, 2010—In its first three days since registration opened, the Real Estate Market Domination Summit has already reached 30% capacity at the legendary Hotel del Coronado, in San Diego, 1parkplace has announced. The event promises to be the … Read more

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Existing-Home Sales Move Up in August

RISMEDIA, September 25, 2010—Existing-home sales rose in August 2010 following a big correction in July, according to the National Association of Realtors. Existing-home sales, which are completed transactions that include single-family, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops, increased 7.6% to a seasonally … Read more

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Considering a Short Sale? What to Keep In Mind as You Begin the Process

RISMEDIA, September 23, 2010—(MCT)—Bill Joyce starts every short sale journey with “The Speech.” In a what’s-ahead warning to home buyers, the Roseville real estate broker promises prospective buyers that they will be tested and tortured. They will endure privations beyond … Read more

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American Dream of Homeownership as Means of Saving and Investing No Longer Valid

RISMEDIA, September 24, 2010—(MCT)—Homeownership, long trumpeted as the American dream, has turned into a nightmare for many, especially those whom life has dealt unexpected blows. Secure in their jobs, with plenty of savings and good health when they bought their … Read more

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Prudential Georgia Participates in Citywide Open House ‘Race’

RISMEDIA, September 24, 2010—Prudential Georgia Realty, along with partners SCVNGR and Homefinder.com, will hold Atlanta’s first-ever “Race for the Home” on Saturday, September 25, with the winning team taking home ,000. Across Metro Atlanta, teams of two will venture off … Read more

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Housing Starts Jump 10.5 Percent in August 2010

RISMEDIA, September 23, 2010—(MCT)—New housing starts surged 10.5% in August 2010 to the highest level since spring, but the activity was driven by a sharp spike in apartment construction, government data showed. Housing starts rose in August to an annualized … Read more

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