2015 U.S. Housing Market Predictions Made by CoreLogic

Overall, the economy finally appears to be gaining enough momentum to help provide the support that the housing market has needed for stronger recovery.

The combination of stronger employment growth and especially Millennial job growth makes for solid footing for the real estate market.

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The 2014 tax breaks you can take

The majority of tax breaks in the bill pertain to businesses but a handful will affect individuals. To be honest, I cannot believe that two of these are deductible again.

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21 Hot Housing Trends for 2015

Everyone wants to be hip, and the latest trends in design can help distinguish one home from another. And it’s not all flash; many new home fads are geared to pare maintenance and energy use and deliver information faster.

Here’s a look at what’s coming.

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Freddie Mac Predicts Biggest Year for Home Sales Since ’07

Freddie Mac predicted that 2015 will see the highest level of home sales in the U.S. since 2007 in its December 2014 U.S. Economic and Housing Market Outlook released on Tuesday.

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New York Times: Homeownership is Best Way To Build Wealth

Renting can make sense as a lifestyle choice or because of income constraints. As a means to building wealth, however, there is no practical substitute for homeownership.

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The 10 Most Stunning Celebrity Homes of 2014

If you’d like to pretend you’re one of these celebrities—for a few moments, at least—check out our top 10 selections (in no particular order).

If you’d like to learn more about any of the homes, simply click on the image for the full article and slideshow.

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Here’s what’s happening this weekend 12/12-12/14 in Orange County:

A bunch of links all in one-spot, read more:

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7 Important Life Lessons Everyone Learns the Hard Way

Be a student of life.  Indulge in it and absorb all the knowledge you can, while you can.  You may have to loose some things to gain some things, and you may have to learn some things the hard way.

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Breaking News: Fannie and Freddie formally announce 3% Down Programs

THIS IS HUGE:  Just an appraisal to get rid of mortgage insurance, unlike FHA that requires you to refinance into a Conventional Loan at what rate?

These new guidelines will enable creditworthy borrowers who can afford a mortgage, but lack the resources to pay a substantial down payment.

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HAMP Borrowers Can Earn Extra $5K Reward

Borrowers stand to get $10,000 in incentives for on-time payments, which all goes toward reducing their principal balance.

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U.S. Mortgage Rates Fall to 18-Month Low With 30-Year at 3.89%

 “It improves affordability and provides a greater incentive for people on the sidelines, waiting for rates to fall.”

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25 Life Lessons from Albert Einstein

I like # 12 - Everything that can be counted does not necessarily count; everything that counts cannot necessarily be counted. And you?

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The Start-to-Finish Guide to Buying a Home

Purchasing a home is a major milestone that tops many people's lifetime to-do lists—and maybe their list of financial fears too. But it certainly doesn't have to be a scary or stressful experience.

With time, care, and research, you can take control of the home-buying process.

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Doxxing defense: Remove your personal info from data brokers

Don't want your home address or other personal info published to the world? This weekend, take an hour or two to make yourself a less visible target.

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Should I Sell My Home Now or Wait Until the Spring?

Many homeowners believe selling a home during the fall or winter months is not a good idea and that the spring is the only time a house should be sold.

This is the furthest from the truth.

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