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What the Current State of Household Debt Tells Us
Posted March 17, 2009 by Kate Dickman
Constricted savings mean worse spending patterns for the real estate market. You may have heard…more...
Mortgage Brokers: Barney Frank is Coming after You
Posted March 16, 2009 by Kate Dickman
A new legislation from the HFS chairman sparks controversy The New York Post found out…more...
There’s a Higher Tax Break for New Buyers in CA
Posted March 15, 2009 by Kate Dickman
The governor approved a plan to provide more incentives for first-time homebuyers in his turf.…more...
The Fed Plans on Tapping Treasury Securities, Now What?
Posted March 14, 2009 by Realty.com Editor
Here’s a discussion about the government’s plan in detail. Expect that this Wednesday, the Federal…more...
Bair: FDIC May Need More Funds
Posted March 11, 2009 by Kate Dickman
At what cost will this have to the economy? It’s one statement that almost everyone…more...
Citi Sees Profits Rebound Despite Economic Gloom
Posted March 11, 2009 by Realty.com Staff
The troubled bank provided Wall Street’s long-awaited rally. It was the least bank that anybody…more...
It’s a Buyers’ Market!
Posted March 10, 2009 by Kate Dickman
Take a peek at the recent New York foreclosure auction. This week, there’s plenty of…more...
Will IndyMac’s Takeover Work for Large Banks?
Posted March 9, 2009 by Realty.com Staff
There are talks that nationalization of banks can salvage the real estate industry and IndyMac’s…more...
Freddie Mac’s Top Man Exits
Posted March 9, 2009 by Kate Dickman
We present our assumptions as to why after 6 months, the company’s top post is…more...
Foreclosures Stalling: One Analyst Backs His Claims
Posted March 6, 2009 by Kate Dickman
Here are two theories that might help explain it and our conclusions. If you think…more...
Manhattan: The Crisis Leaves Deposits Forfeited
Posted March 5, 2009 by Realty.com Staff
Nobody’s taking risks anymore in the Big Apple. For average-income earners, they may be surprised…more...
The Irony of Being a Rich Homeowner during a Recession
Posted March 3, 2009 by Kate Dickman
Home ownership is made easy…and difficult for investors. Fannie Mae has one announcement that could…more...
Treasury to Revitalize Banks in the Short Term
Posted March 2, 2009 by Kate Dickman
Last year’s plan is finally on the way. The New York Post released a plan…more...
February ’09 Real Estate Wrap Up
Posted March 2, 2009 by Kate Dickman
We review the past month’s property news. Sales of resale homes in January dropped to…more...
More Windfalls in the Mortgage Market
Posted February 27, 2009 by Kate Dickman
Two mortgage lenders are losing ground, not surprisingly. In a single day, the real estate…more...
Bailed Out Banks Confirm Fewer Lending
Posted February 26, 2009 by Kate Dickman
There’s less activity but is it really necessary? Here’s the latest of the bank bail…more...
Home Sales Dropped in ‘09
Posted February 26, 2009 by Realty.com Staff
Here are the reasons why. The Associated Press released a report stating that home sales…more...
Freddie Mac Comes Under Fire
Posted February 25, 2009 by Realty.com Editor
Allegations of political lobbying are now investigated. If you think Congress hasn’t done anything to…more...
Tax Credits for First-time Buyers Explained
Posted February 24, 2009 by Kate Dickman
Here’s a simple guide for new homebuyers and who can avail of the credit. Obama’s…more...
Some Interesting Points from the Rescue Plan
Posted February 20, 2009 by Realty.com Staff
Here are the things that you need to know. Obama’s Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan…more...