Monthly Archives: January 2011

5 Steps to Owning a Home Again After Foreclosure

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

By: Barbara Eisner Bayer Published: July 8, 2010 Foreclosure is just a one-time event–with discipline and perseverance, you can get a mortgage and become a homeowner again. 1. Stick with a job after foreclosure Did you fall into foreclosure because of … Continue reading →

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How the Foreclosure Crisis Costs You Money

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

By: Lew Sichelman Published: July 8, 2010 Foreclosure may seem like someone else’s problem, but when it happens in your neighborhood, it’s going to cost you money, too. Each foreclosure within 660 feet (1/8th mile) of your house can drop your home’s … Continue reading →

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Foreclosure Alternative: The Short Sale

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

By: Gwen Moran Published: July 8, 2010 A short sale is far from hassle-free, but it’s a better alternative than foreclosure. And now you’ve got a little help from your friends in D.C. Here are the facts about short sales and … Continue reading →

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When is Foreclosure Removed from Your Credit Report?

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

Published: October 14, 2010 Use this handy guide to figure out how quickly you can buy a home after a major financial setback when applying for a loan through FHA, Fannie Mae, or Freddie Mac. Government entities set guidelines for … Continue reading →

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Thinking About Buying? Be Glad, Very Glad It’s Not the 1980s! Rates Are Still Low!!

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

Look closely at the graph above.  Notice when interest rates hit their peak between 1982 and 1984.  That’s when I bought my first house, and believe it or not, when we sold it, we made money on it! My point is simple. … Continue reading →

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8 Tips for Finding Your New Home

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

By: G. M. Filisko Published: February 10, 2010 A solid game plan can help you narrow your homebuying search to find the best home for you.   1. Know thyself Understand the type of home that suits your personality. Do you … Continue reading →

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7 Steps to Take Before You Buy a Home

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

By: G. M. Filisko Published: February 10, 2010 By doing your homework before you buy, you’ll feel more content about your new home.   1. Decide how much home you can afford Generally, you can afford a home priced 2 to … Continue reading →

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4 Tips to Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

  By: G. M. Filisko Published: March 11, 2010 By knowing how much mortgage you can handle, you can ensure that home ownership will fit in your budget. 1. The general rule of mortgage affordability As a rule of thumb, you … Continue reading →

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Keep Your Home Purchase on Track

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

  By: G. M. Filisko Published: March 30, 2010 You’ve found your dream home. Make sure missteps don’t prevent a successful closing. 1. Be truthful on your mortgage application You may think fudging your income a little or omitting debts when … Continue reading →

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7 Tips for a Profitable Home Closing

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Tom & Dee Cryer

By: G. M. Filisko Published: February 10, 2010 Be sure you’re walking away with all the money you’re entitled to from the sale of your home.   1. Take services out of your name Avoid a dispute with the buyers after … Continue reading →

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