Report states federal credit helped Oregon home sales surge

It seems that in at least one state in the country, President Barack Obama's federal tax credit convinced a number of people to become homeowners.

Monday, May 17 2010 22:21

Texas real estate market shows signs of recovery

Although the country's real estate market is still in the reconstructive stages, some states, such as Texas, are reporting growth.

Wednesday, May 05 2010 12:44

Survey: Homebuyers feel confident in today's real estate market

Despite the expiration of the Federal Housing Tax Credit last week, many homebuyers still feel they have an advantage over home sellers, new research suggests.

Tuesday, May 04 2010 00:14

Mortgage delinquency rate rises

A seasonally-adjusted measurement of the average rate of mortgage delinquency in the U.S. was up slightly as of the end of 2010's first quarter, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.

Thursday, May 20 2010 15:36

Chase announces plans to host foreclosure prevention events

In an effort to help struggling homeowners across the country stay in their houses, Chase has announced it will hold a series of events that should help these individuals explore their options.

Wednesday, May 05 2010 00:30

Fannie Mae to increase requirements for home loan applicants

In an effort to ensure that the real estate market continues its forward progress, government-backed lender Fannie Mae has announced a new list of requirements for mortgage candidates, CNN reports.

Monday, May 03 2010 17:47

Water service line protection program could save homeowners money

In light of recent natural disasters and unpredictable weather, many homeowners have incurred unexpected costs. As a result, Home Service has announced the availability of water service line protection in Mississippi, which could help real estate owners prevent a great financial burden.

Tuesday, May 04 2010 16:13

Moving agents for North American Van Lines awarded by company

North American Van Lines, a major moving company, announced Wednesday that it would single out several regional offices for awards recognizing their outstanding performance in various areas.

Thursday, May 27 2010 14:54

Beware of scam artists when planning a move

Those getting ready to hire professional movers should take care not to become victims of fraud, a fact which was illustrated recently by a Toronto police crackdown on multiple dishonest moving firms.

Friday, May 21 2010 22:40

Better Business Bureau offers tips to avoid moving company scams

In an effort to protect individuals who are planning a move in the coming months, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA) have created a series of guidelines for those who will require the services of a moving company, The Daily Advertiser reports.

Wednesday, May 05 2010 00:29

Increased numbers of Americans were moving in 2009

Despite, or perhaps because of, an ongoing recession, Americans moved from one residence to another in greater numbers last year than in 2008.

Wednesday, May 12 2010 21:59

Expert: Careful choice of movers can help lighten a heavy load

While moving from one home to another is never the easiest task in the world, advice columnist Samantha Maziarz Christmann of the Buffalo News says that following a few simple rules can help make the process less onerous than it could otherwise be.

Monday, May 24 2010 12:35

BBB warns to avoid scammers on moving day

The economic downturn has caused many people to move out of one location and into another to help cut costs, but these movers might want make sure they're safe and avoid being scammed when they're packing up their belongings.

Thursday, May 13 2010 20:11

Study: Homeowner confidence outruns real property values, but trends are good

The results of a national survey by online real estate website Zillow indicate that, while most American homeowners still overrate the value of their properties, the recovery in home values is slowly closing the gap.

Thursday, May 20 2010 23:12

Report: Pending sales of existing homes rose last year

As predicted, the number of pending home sales of existing properties across the country rose in March, Mortgage News Daily reports.

Wednesday, May 05 2010 15:26

Many luxury home sellers putting their homes up for auction

Due to the economic downturn, homeowners who are looking to sell luxury properties are choosing to auction their homes rather than putting them on the market, CNN reports.

Wednesday, May 05 2010 12:44

Survey: Realtors gaining confidence in the real estate market

As the real estate market begins to show signs of recovery, some real estate agents are becoming more optimistic that the industry will continue to grow, recent research suggests.

Thursday, May 06 2010 14:48

Washington state finds more people relocating

While housing market analysts have yet to say anything official, some Washington state residents may feel as if the downward spiral of lagging home sales may be rectifying itself.

Tuesday, May 11 2010 16:53

Study: Homeowner confidence outruns real property values, but trends are good

The results of a national survey by online real estate website Zillow indicate that, while most American homeowners still overrate the value of their properties, the recovery in home values is slowly closing the gap.

Thursday, May 20 2010 23:12

Funding increased for rural home loan program

In an effort to help more rural residents become homeowners, the federal government has increased funding for a home loan program dedicated to these individuals.

Friday, May 07 2010 18:48

Appraisers work to help green homebuyers gain mortgage approval

Although many homeowners are looking to make their homes more sustainable, many individuals who are looking to buy eco-friendly homes are having trouble getting home loans to pay for these properties.

Thursday, May 06 2010 17:26

Mortgage interest rate tax deduction most valuable for Californians, study finds

An analysis of IRS data performed by the Tax Foundation found that Californians who deducted their mortgage interest payments from their 2008 tax returns saved an average of $18,876, the highest of any state in the country.

Tuesday, May 25 2010 23:19

Fewer people may be relocating as mortgage delinquencies fall for first time in three years

In a sign that the real estate industry may be coming back from the economic downturn, a new report finds mortgage delinquencies fell during the first quarter of 2010 - the first such decline in 12 quarters.

Monday, May 10 2010 16:08

Survey: Apartment market beginning to improve

As the economy begins to show signs of recovery, some areas of the real estate market - such as the apartment sector - are following suit, new research suggests.

Friday, May 07 2010 18:16

Study: Apartment living could expose children to secondhand smoke

Families who are planning a move to a new apartment building may want to take existing smoking policies into account, as new research reveals that secondhand cigarette smoke may penetrate these structures.

Tuesday, May 04 2010 00:13

Real estate service places short-term renters in luxury homes

Memphis-based renters may be able to find a high-end home for a low rate through a company called Showhomes Memphis, The Commercial Reports.

Wednesday, May 05 2010 00:29