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Education Station: Short Sale
Posted by mmetz on March 17th, 2010
Davey Jones’ Mortgage
Posted by mmetz on March 12th, 2010
By this point we are all well aware of the housing situation this country is in. According to CNN, nearly 25% of all mortgages are deep underwater, meaning the borrower owes more than the house is worth. Some states have homes closer to Davey Jones’…
Deep Freeze
Posted by mmetz on March 7th, 2010
An electronic oscillator creates a repetitive electronic signal. A portmanteau holds your clothes on vacation. A parasol keeps you dry. Now does anyone know what a freezer does?
No it’s not a trick question. A freezer keeps things frozen. Easy, right? What most people don’t…
Your Second First Time
Posted by mmetz on March 1st, 2010
By now everybody has heard of the First Time Home Buyer tax credit, and to take advantage of the $8,000, you have to meet the April 30th deadline. What the government is now saying that your second time is almost as good as the first!
Now…
Good Neighbor Rewards
Posted by mmetz on February 7th, 2010
Being a good neighbor and community member really should be second nature for most people. For all of those teachers, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and emergency medical workers who are upstanding members of the community, do they get rewarded for their kindness? They do get…
Pre-Home Ownership
Posted by gtong on January 26th, 2010
What’s the first thing you do when you first move in a home? It’s an exciting time, and maybe all you can think about is getting all your stuff inside. But wait! There are things you can do before you bring your first box into…
Cheap Heat
Posted by mmetz on January 13th, 2010
Brrrrrrrrrr!!! It seems every day is getting colder than the last. Unfortunately, this means as the temperature goes down, heating bills go up. You don’t have to get stuck paying a fortune to keep yourself warm, these tips will keep you toasty all winter without…
Lights Out
Posted by mmetz on January 10th, 2010
What are some of your favorite things to spend money on? Going to concerts? Eating out? Going to the Movies? Paying your utility bills?!? Of course you don’t want to pay bills, but you have to unless you don’t mind having the water, heat, or…
The Return of Assistance?
Posted by ecreal on December 20th, 2009
We could all use a little assistance now and then for things like washing dishes and jump-starting a car. How about some assistance making a down payment on a house? This might sound like a bigger favor than an extra hand with the dishes, but…
Insecure Houses
Posted by ecreal on December 16th, 2009
When you are looking to buy or rent a home, you have certain requirements. Whether you list of must-haves include cathedral ceilings or a finished basement, something it should always include is security. The last thing you want to come back to is a burglarized…