In an effort to make the short sale process more transparent, Freddie Mac (OTC: FMCC) is updating its timelines and also requiring servicers to provide weekly updates when decisions take more than 30 days after the receipt of a complete application for a short sale under the Obama Administration's Home …
Whether it’s for a down payment for a home, college tuition or a retirement nest egg, investing in the future is a wise financial decision. The two most pressing questions are, understandably, “How much can I afford to save?” and “What is the best way to make my money grow?”
…With the April 17 tax-filing deadline right around the corner, the most important tax deduction for tens of millions of middle-class families could be on the chopping block as early as next year’s tax season if some policymakers get their way.
“The mortgage interest deduction has been in existence …
USAirways inflight magazine offers a great feature article on Hilton Head Island being the "The Golf Island" and why Hilton Head Island is one of the world’s greatest golf destinations. Within the feature are several features on RBC Heritage, The Sea Pines Resort, Palmetto Dunes, Wexford Plantation, The Westin Hilton …
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Quiz: When GolfWorld magazine recently interviewed PGA Tour Pros about their favorite places to play, guess which course was the top ranked regular PGA Tour stop? Here’s a hint – it was not Muirfield Village, or Colonial, or Bay Harbor. TPC Sawgrass …
FHA has raised the annual Mortgage Insurance Premium to 1.25% beginning April 1st. MIP is required on all FHA loans and used to fund losses by lenders for borrowers who default on their mortgages. As of June 1st, FHA loans in excess of the standard maximum of $625,500, in …
USAirways Magazine's December 2011 issue offers a great feature article on the area’s thriving arts and culture scene, including dozens of galleries, a symphony orchestra, theater, choral society, museums, dance companies and more. We're not allowed to reprint it, but you can check it out here: Welcome to Hilton …
What do they want? What do they need? Will it fit? Do they already have one? These are the common thoughts running through our minds when trying to find the perfect gift.
The gift of really listening with no interrupting, no daydreaming and no planning your response is …
With the exception of a mortgage payment, the largest homeowner expense is utilities; and energy is the major component. There are lots of contributing factors such as air leaks, insulation, heating and cooling equipment, water heaters and lighting.
It's estimated that 75% of the electricity to power home …
Carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless and toxic. It's called the "silent killer" in homes because some victims are not even aware that the deadly condition exists.
Homeowners must be concerned about unmaintained furnaces, water heaters and appliances that can produce the deadly gas. Other sources could include leaking …