Mortgage fraud risk sees substantial increase in Q2 2018
The risk of a borrower overstating their income, misrepresenting how they intend to use a property, or otherwise committing mortgage fraud was up considerably in the second quarter of 2018, according to the property analytics company CoreLogic.
How to be a savvy open house guest
You can tour houses at any point, but it can be helpful to first discuss your needs and wants, do some online research, and talk with your agent and your lender. That way, you—and your agent—can take...
Looking up and expanding home space with lofts
A loft allows you to capitalize on a high ceiling by establishing elevated floor space within the home. You may be able to use this area as an extra bedroom, but it will also work well for functions such as a home office or playroom.
Decline in pending sales continues in August
Pending sales in the United States dropped for the eighth consecutive month in August, according to the National Association of Realtors. However, the organization said there are also indications that more homeowners may be considering putting their...
Realtors hear from Peter Gioia on the state of Connecticut's economy
Realtors® and home builders associations work hard year-round to ensure that issues affecting housing are either supported or defeated. Recently, Peter Gioia of PGEcon.com and former CBIA Chief Economist, addressed a small audience of...
Seller optimism hits high point in HOME report
A record high share of respondents to the latest Housing Opportunities and Market Experience survey said they consider it a good time to sell. At the same time, a dwindling share of buyers considered it a good time to buy a home.
Walls, misdirection, and other ways to hide the toilet
The toilet isn't exactly something you can remove from the bathroom. But there are some options for making it less noticeable when making changes to the room.
Existing home sales hold steady in August
Sales of existing homes were flat in August as slower sales in the West and South offset gains in the Northeast and Midwest, according to the National Association of Realtors. Sales were also down on an annual basis for the sixth month in a row.
Convenient heating and cooling tops list of non-negotiable home amenities
People looking to buy a home or move into a new apartment are often advised that they should be prepared to make compromises, since it's unlikely that they'll find a place with everything they want. But a new survey by the home design site Porch.com...
Keeping your fireplace and chimney safe
Here's what to look for to ensure your fireplace is safe and up to snuff.
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