Luring homebuyers with sneaky prices

Bait-and-switch deals on new houses reflect desperate times for builders, says the Real Estate Adviser.

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Shares in a co-op unaffected by the market

story: Co-op shares aren't part of the stock market. They give you a membership with the right to lease.

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/shares-in-a-co-op-unaffected-by-the-market.aspx

posted 3/29/2009 12:00:00 AM

Now's the right time for going green

story: The stimulus package offers incentives for going green on homes.

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/now-s-the-right-time-for-going-green.aspx

posted 3/22/2009 12:00:00 AM

Seek loan extension before giving up home

story: The bank may be willing to adjust your loan and extend your payments to avoid seizing it.

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/seek-loan-extension-before-giving-up-home.aspx

posted 3/15/2009 12:00:00 AM

Gaining a property easement is not so easy

story: A neighbor may not want the intrusion of an easement but might change his mind for the right price.

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/gaining-a-property-easement-is-not-so-easy.aspx

posted 3/8/2009 12:00:00 AM

Secure mineral rights before selling home

story: You can sell a house without handing over lucrative oil and gas rights, but it might kill the deal.

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/secure-mineral-rights-before-selling-home.aspx

posted 3/1/2009 12:00:00 AM

Fences, not trees, make good neighbors

story: You may want to chop down a boundary-line tree, but you could find yourself in court if you do.

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/fences-not-trees-make-good-neighbors.aspx

posted 2/22/2009 12:00:00 AM

Vultures may taint condo deals

story: Investors who buy condos in bulk often compromise the value of the property, hurting other owners in the process.

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/vultures-may-taint-condo-deals-1.aspx

posted 2/19/2009 12:00:00 AM

Bankrupt builder starts dominoes falling

story: When a builder files for bankruptcy, it's only the beginning of bad news for buyers.

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/bankrupt-builder-starts-dominoes-falling.aspx

posted 2/15/2009 7:00:00 AM

Curb appeal helps sell homes

video: Sprucing up the outside of your house is essential to selling your home in the current market.

http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/curb-appeal-helps-sell-homes.aspx

posted 2/9/2009 2:10:00 PM

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Mortgage Rate Trend Index: May 24, 2012

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How 3 homeowners fought property tax bills

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Jumbo ARM has lower payments -- at first

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Did Dad give a tax snag from the grave?

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Top 10 states for foreclosure: April 2012

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April 2012: Top 10 states for foreclosure

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What is escrow?

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First-time homebuying regrets

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Use tax refund to cut my mortgage payment?

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Refinance without these high closing costs?

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National mortgage rates for May 17, 2012

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Mortgage rates for May 17, 2012

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Rates keep dropping and refis are hopping

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Slow but steady grows the Florida economy

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Should I refinance my underwater mortgage?

Article: Cash, and maybe Uncle Sam, can help you refi to a fixed rate if you owe too much.

Buyer, beware work done without permits

Article: Buying a house with additions done on the sly? An inspector is the last person to worry about.

Calculate the costs to buy a home

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