February 10, 2012

How to take the stress out of buying a home

How to take the stress out of buying a home

High school sweethearts Anthony Laubenthal and Ashley Weller stand outside their new home in Norwalk, Iowa. They hadn't given much thought to buying a place until Ashley's dad mentioned the $8,000 tax credit available to first-time homebuyers.It’s a big year for Ashley Weller and Anthony Laubenthal. Like millions of other Americans, the 24-year-olds just bought their first home.





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Top Tips For a Green Household

Top Tips For a Green Household
Going green has become a widening concern lately. The good news is, even ordinary homemakers can do something to help the environment heal. Adapting a green household is not only eco-friendly but also a certified money-saver.

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Homeowners make sacrifices in tough times

Homeowners make sacrifices in tough times
More than two thirds of Americans who’ve been unable to sell their home and buy one that better fits their needs have cut back on household expenses to pay their mortgage, a survey shows.


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Big banks see fairness issue with mortgage aid

Big banks see fairness issue with mortgage aid
Top banking industry executives are skeptical about helping troubled borrowers by forgiving a portion of their debt.


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The Green Building Code and Me

The Green Building Code and Me
There has been a great deal of talk about green technologies for a better future overall due to green house effects. The green building codes adopted by the ICC are pointing toward a green building future for builders. Green building is just the beginning to an eco friendly environment.

Empty office buildings make for suite deals

Empty office buildings make for suite deals
It may be a tough time to get a loan to start or expand a business. But if you’re looking for office space, there are some suite deals out there.


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New HUD form confuses borrowers, lenders

New HUD form confuses borrowers, lenders
For anyone buying a home this spring, beware: There could be some kinks with the paperwork.


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How to take the stress out of buying a home

How to take the stress out of buying a home

High school sweethearts Anthony Laubenthal and Ashley Weller stand outside their new home in Norwalk, Iowa. They hadn't given much thought to buying a place until Ashley's dad mentioned the $8,000 tax credit available to first-time homebuyers.It’s a big year for Ashley Weller and Anthony Laubenthal. Like millions of other Americans, the 24-year-olds just bought their first home.





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