Seeing the Signs of a Housing Rebound

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Real estate prices across the United States have been hit really hard in recent times, but in some areas things are really starting to turn around. You have to keep a good eye on your local area to see when housing prices are starting to rebound, especially if you’re considering selling or buying. Money Magazine put out a list of signs that the housing market in your area is rebounding, so take a look at these indicators to figure out what’s happening to real estate around you: (more…)

Rising Interest Rates Won’t Help Floundering Housing Market

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With home prices falling, you might think that now would be the perfect time to buy. But hold that thought: the fact is, though housing prices are on the way down, <a href=”http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/25374401/”loan interest rates are on the rise, eating away at your real savings. (more…)

Now May Be the Best Time to Buy a Vacation Home


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Though you may have no intention of moving anytime soon, today may be the best time to start looking for a second home. It may sound counter-intuitive in today’s economy, but in fact, falling real estate prices and eager sellers are exactly why this may be your best chance to invest in your next vacation home.

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