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the latest release from the Commerce Department reported that sales of new homes climbed 4.4 percent in November to a seasonally adjusted number of 377,000-unit annual rate.
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The number of individuals filing jobless claims last week fell to a 4 ½ year low, according to the Labor Department.
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Allison Janney Has Multi-Million Dollar Palm Springs Home Foreclosed
This very thing has happened to The West Wing star Allison Janney and a house she bought with long-time friend, and fellow actor, Gregg Rapp.
Home Prices Continue Five Month Increase
According to the report, home prices increased by 0.9 percent in August compared to July 2012.
The Basics of the 30 Year Mortgage
In a day when the economy is rather unstable, a fixed rate 30 year mortgage is probably your best deal.
What to Do If You Discover You Have Forced Place Insurance
The insurance your mortgage lender has the right to obtain is referred to as “forced place” insurance and often the cost of this insurance is significantly more than what it...
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Dealing With Forced Place Insurance
The insurance your mortgage lender has the right to obtain is referred to as “forced place” insurance and often the cost of this insurance is significantly more
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