Saturday, May 30, 2015

CALENDARS FOR EVERY OUTDOOR MOVIE, FREE CONCERT, AND FEST IN LA, UPDATED

So here you go: all three of those calendars, updated, because you wouldn't want to miss.

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Thursday, May 28, 2015

Realtor.com: Waiting to buy a home could cost tens of thousands


Current market conditions give buyers the opportunity to build substantial wealth in the long-term, compared with renters and later buyers, in advance of the projected increase in mortgage rates and continuing price appreciation,

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Tuesday, May 26, 2015

3 Strategies for a Quick Home Sale


Here are some strategies you can use to get offers fast.

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Friday, May 22, 2015

The 15 Emotional Stages Of Buying Your First Home


You’ll make some pretty big purchases throughout your life; like a college education, your first car or that fancy wedding reception you always wanted. But none will be so emotional, semi-permanent and financially steep as buying your first house.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

3 Mortgage Moves That Could Save You Thousands of Dollars


Obviously, you don't want to pay any more than absolutely necessary. With that in mind, our experts have three suggestions that could save you thousands of dollars on your mortgage.

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Monday, May 18, 2015

Rising rents may spur first-time home buyers


Annual rent increases across the U.S. last month outpaced the rise in home prices for the first time in at least five years, a milestone that should spur the sluggish home-buying market.

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Sunday, May 17, 2015

Closing time is about to get a big makeover


Experts say that the new documents are designed to make it easier for consumers to compare loan options as well as to understand if something changed between the time they applied for a loan and the settlement.

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Friday, May 15, 2015

3 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE FED AND YOUR MORTGAGE


If you’re not hanging on the every word of Janet Yellen, the head of the Federal Reserve, don’t worry. The decision on when to buy a home or refinance a mortgage should start with your budget. But it still helps to understand how the central bank influences mortgage rates.

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Tuesday, May 12, 2015

The 5 Most Common Refinancing Questions, Answered


Lower mortgage payments? Shorter loan term? Lower interest rates? You may have thought you were done thinking and talking about home loans when you first bought your house, but as with most big financial decisions, it may be a good idea to revisit and re-evaluate.

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Monday, May 11, 2015

US home buyers are facing a tough spring


Eager to buy your first home this spring? Already own but want to trade up? Be warned: There'll be plenty of competition.

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Saturday, May 9, 2015

7 Home Maintenance Problems That Could Cost You Big Bucks


With winter finally subsiding, spend some time and a little money giving your home a checkup. It could save you from spending much more down the road.

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Friday, May 8, 2015

The 5 Most Annoying Things About Buying a Home


There are plenty of steps to buying a home that you may not be able to predict and they're not the most fun to deal with.

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Thursday, May 7, 2015

5 Smart Financial Decisions for After You Buy a New Home


Buying a home is the biggest purchase most people will ever embark upon, and that is why it is especially important to take a number of post-sale steps to make sure you protect your largest financial investment.

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Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Fannie Mae Offers First-Time Home Buyers Big Help With Closing Costs


The new HomePath Ready Buyer program, announced on Wednesday, allows first-time buyers (defined as those who have not owned a home in the past three years) to take an online course, get certified, and become eligible for what could amount to significant savings.

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Monday, May 4, 2015

Winning Tips for Buyers and Sellers in Sellers' Markets


In a market with limited inventory and lots of willing and able buyers, we find a hot sellers’ market. Phrases such as “bidding wars” and “non-contingent offers” are music to sellers’ ears — and enough to scare a buyer into renting for another year.

Here are some tips to make the most of a sale or purchase in a sellers’ market.

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Sunday, May 3, 2015