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The restoration of the single-family rural housing program that would guarantee home loans for rural buyers was passed by the Senate today and is on its way to President Obama. The National Association of R EALTORS® has vigorously lobbied to restore...

Record Lows Continue for Mortgage Rates The 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to a new low of 4.54 percent this week from 4.56 percent last week and an average of 5.25 percent a year ago. The 15-year fixed loan rate also hit a record low of 4 percent,...

It's a Great Time for Housing Deals Paying off an underwater mortgage and buying a better home could be the best tactic in this troubled market. "If you are trading up, what better time than when interest rates are at record lows and the cost...

C ommon short sale myths once evidenced widespread confusion about what a short sale is - mostly misconceptions that they are quick, or faster than “normal” real estate transactions. In reality, the “short” in short sale has nothing...

Save Money By Growing Fruit Trees Money really can grow on trees! Cut your grocery bill while improving your landscape by planting and growing a fruit tree. Read Start a Compost Pile Save money and grow healthier plants by recycling yard and kitchen waste...