New homes in Calgary become more affordable Feb 13, 2009
"The cost of building a house is starting to come down," said Lai Sing Louie, senior market analyst in Calgary for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. "It's a very competitive market, so this is driving the costs down. Actually, this is a benefit for someone looking for a new house now.For the first time in a while, buying a new home is relatively less expensive than it was a year ago.". The Calgary CMA includes the city, Airdrie, the Municipal District of Rocky View, Chestermere, Cochrane,... (Calgary Herald)
Mortgages drop to lowest level since 1974, says CML Feb 13, 2009
The number of people buying a new home dropped to the lowest level since 1974 in 2008 as the "lending noose" exerted a stranglehold on the mortgage market, CML figures revealed ... It has been more than 34 years since levels were this low, when a total of 445,000 mortgages were approved for those buying a new home. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Isakson to push for housing tax credit bill Feb 13, 2009
My wife and I may not jump into buying a new home now. By Brandar. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
First-time buyers benefit from housing counselor Mar 16, 2008
Instead, they are buying a new home in the town of Maricopa, an affordable southeast Valley suburb. Their payments are going to be a couple of hundred dollars lower a month than they expected, and it's not only because their builder is dropping prices. (AZCentral -- News)
Red Cross Serves More Families After Trailer Home Fires Mar 7, 2008
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Jenn Dombrowski-KFOX Las Cruces Bureau Reporter. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Homebuyer Patience Triumphs in a Waiting Game: John F. Wasik Feb 26, 2008
There are plenty of deals out there, yet you have to make some decisions if you are buying a new home. Choices flash in front of you as if a host is badgering you to decide your next move. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
More of this story Feb 23, 2008
Right now, for as long as I have been in the business, I think this is the best time ever for people to look into buying a new home, she said. Despite the national reports of housing slowdowns, and the regional stories of a slowdown in the sales of homes, Franks said there are many factors which are lining up to make it the best time ever from the buyers perspective. (L Observateur, LA)
Life after dairyFarmer likely to 'moo'veDairyman asks for zone change before homes are built around him Feb 21, 2008
Withrow said one of the things he discussed with Planning and Development Director Rick Miller and his staff was that, "I want to avoid the nuisance calls to the city staff that will inevitably come. You have these disclaimers and disclosures that get written into the sales agreements, everybody's hot to trot when they're buying a new home, and, oh, a little dust and odor won't bother me, and then they're having their barbecue and a fly lands on their hamburger - all of a sudden, there comes the... (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Army recruiters have new money incentive for enlistees Feb 14, 2008
It's testing a program that offers enlistees up to $40,000 towards buying a new home or starting up a business. The "Army Advantage Fund" is being tested in communities in New York 00002622 , Ohio, Texas and Washington state. (WTKR.com, VA)
Bush's Subprime Rescue Plan Undermined as New York, Ohio Reject Borrowers Feb 2, 2008
Right now, the government allows the sale of such debt only when borrowers are buying a new home; if states need money for refinancing, they sell taxable bonds that require them, and ultimately the homeowners, to pay higher interest rates. Each year the government sets a limit on tax-exempt bonds for the 50 state housing programs, and $10 billion was authorized in 2007, according to the National Council of State Housing Agencies in Washington. (Bloomberg)
Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates Jan 31, 2008
And if you're buying a new home, adjustable rate mortgages will start to come down, although it may take a day or two to work through the system. Don't expect to choose the very bottom if you are loan shopping. (WKRC.com, OH)
Having The Realtor Buy Your Home Jan 29, 2008
Realtors are hearing it everyday, people are interested in buying a new home ... For instance, you are buying a new home and the realtor guarantees your old one will sell. (WKRC.com, OH)
Proposed mortgage plan could aid markets Jan 25, 2008
Raising the limit on so-called conforming loans will allow a larger pool of borrowers to find lower rates when buying a new home or refinancing an existing mortgage. "It's good for homebuyers who have prime credit, have some money to put down and can meet tougher underwriting standards that are in place now," said Guy Cecala, publisher of Inside Mortgage Finance, a trade publication. (Anchorage Daily News)
Sick from stress? | Jan 23, 2008
New relationships, a promotion, a baby and buying a new home can all cause significant amounts of stress. Work out which situations and people are stressful for you. (iAfrica.com)
What the big rate cut means to your checkbook Jan 23, 2008
If you are thinking of buying a new home or refinancing a mortgage, consider waiting two or three weeks to see what mortgage rates do. Theres not much risk theyll go up significantly, and theres some chance theyll drift down. (MSNBC -- Business)
Police chief warns about identity theft Jan 18, 2008
Someone stole the identity of a couple in the process of buying a new home in Hurt. Armed with the new names and information, the person, still unknown to police, opened three credit accounts and charged 6,500. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Most Canadians Investing Regularly: 2008 Scotiabank Investment Study Jan 17, 2008
"It is not uncommon to withdraw money from savings or investments for major life events such as buying a new home, marriage or a new child. Withdrawing money for day-to-day living expenses, however, especially from a tax-sheltered RSP, should be a trigger that a person is living above their means and should re-evaluate their budget and their spending habits. A financial advisor can assist in this process and help people set up a plan that encompasses their day-to-day needs and their future... (Canada Newswire)
Credit crunch 'not deterring home-buyers' Jan 10, 2008
One in ten people surveyed said they will be buying a new home sooner than they had initially planned, while 38 per cent of people intend to move house this year and 34 per cent hope to move next year. Fool. (Safestore.co.uk)
New state law will help educate future homebuyers about the dangers of radon Dec 27, 2007
We recommend that everyone test their home for radon, whether you're buying a new home or have lived in the same house for several years, Illinois Emergency Management Agency Director Andrew Velasquez III said in a news release. There's no way to know whether or not your home has excess radon unless you test for it. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
2008 outlook: Peakprices 'years away' Dec 27, 2007
As far as the interest rates on buying a new home, the interest rate was not as bad as I thought it would be. They all said you can refinance down the road to get a better interest rate. (The Palm Beach Post)
Munson: Message sent Dec 11, 2007
He will be subjected to drug tests and forced to tell the officer about everything he does, from applying for a new credit card to buying a new home. Hudson's tough approach to the Vick sentencing was instantly apparent when Vick entered the courtroom. (ESPN -- Football News)
Recouping Remodeling Costs Dec 1, 2007
And check these articles, especially if you'll soon be buying a new home. Prepare for New Housing Bull. (MSNBC -- Business)
Buyers beware when homebuilders hit the skids Nov 15, 2007
Perry M. Mandarino, who was brought in to serve as the chief restructuring officer for Kara Homes, advises people buying a new home to "drive past it every few days or every week, not just on a Saturday," to check on construction. "The warning signs are real obvious," he says. (AZCentral -- Business)
Buyers find fun at their doorstep Nov 15, 2007
Buying a new home sure can't get any easier than that. " A lifestyle community may also be a second home community. People whose weekday routines keep them tethered to city life may want a place to escape to where they can immerse themselves in a passion. Developments are springing up all over Georgia where people can mingle with others who enjoy the same enthusiasm for an activity, like motorcycling or hunting. Maybe you've always wanted to live near a winery or want to share a neighborhood... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
PM promises most competitive taxes on 'planet' Nov 10, 2007
"Canada used to be a great strong country, BT!!!! JhughesCut taxes for the rich, do nothing in tax relief for the working/middle class... sounds like something Regan would do alright.. maybe just like the States in a few years we too can enjoy the worlds largest debt and keep telling ourselves the lie that "a rising tide raises all boats" when in fact the last two decades of tax cuts for the rich and big business has also seen our real wages after inflation decimated. How about they cut taxes in... (CTV.ca)
Why Now is a Good Time to Refinance Your ARM Loan Nov 9, 2007
Interest rates are on the rise, and the millions of homeowners who took advantage of rock bottom interest rates in 2003 and 2004 by either refinancing or buying a new home with an ARM loan -- one that starts at a low introductory rate during a three-to-five-year "freeze" period -- are in for a shock. Interest rates on at least half of the 2 trillion in ARM loans obtained since 2003 could soon increase more than 2 percent. (Pekin Times, IL)
The Battle of the Interest Rate vs. Lower Closing Costs Nov 8, 2007
A friend of mine was buying a new home recently and was very excited about the closing costs he was receiving from the builder. With the $20,000 closing costs and about $12,000 drop in price, he was counting the dollars he would save. (RealtyTimes)
Dress up guest bathrooms, too Oct 23, 2007
But sprucing up the guest bathroom does not have to mean buying a new home or breaking down walls. Judith Mahlin Carter, owner of Scottsdale-based design firm Design in a Day, specializes in easy and fast remodeling jobs that won't break the bank. (AZCentral -- Home)
MinCo Republicans send notice to Commission Oct 18, 2007
The Mineral County taxpayer can not afford any additional cost and fees, especially those buying a new home. During the discussion on the resolution it was brought up that the proposed requirement for plans to be submitted to the county planner alone could cost as much as 1,200 for an engineer to prepare. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Leander officers move into new police station Oct 11, 2007
Minton equated the move to buying a new home. eople are still trying to find stuff, but we love it so far, said Singleton. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
District 108 updates community on enrollment numbers Oct 6, 2007
It seems ironic when you consider the growth in Pekin, but I guess the people moving in have few kids or are empty-nesters buying a new home. The district lost more than 500,000 in state aid revenue this year because of the latest decline in enrollment. (Pekin Times, IL)
Homeowner Tips Sep 26, 2007
Buying a new home or maintaining an older home can be overwhelming- and being a homeowner for awhile doesn't make it much easier. There are seasonal maintenance issues, general home repairs, cleaning, organizing, yard work, electrical and plumbing upkeep and countless other issues. (Suite101.com)
New Real Estate Survey Favor Oprah over Donald Sep 6, 2007
Further, when considering buying a new home, 43 percent would purchase a home to be closer to work or family -- up 10 percent from last year's survey results. For those considering an active adult community, family and friends should be nearby for 70 percent of those surveyed. (RealtyTimes)
Relief for home buyers Sep 2, 2007
Treasurer Michael Costa said: "Because of [the] tax cut, purchasers will have more to cover the expenses associated with buying a new home, such as legal fees, new furniture and fittings.". The tax cut only covers owner-occupied homes. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Sheriff: Magnolia man killed girlfriend Sep 1, 2007
They say she was excited about buying a new home and had been buying furniture for it. Relatives say Hays loved her job and had no reason to kill herself. (KHOU.com, TX)
Mortgage duty abolished in NSW Sep 1, 2007
"Because of today's tax cut, purchasers will have more to cover the expenses associated with buying a new home such as legal fees, new furniture and fittings, or moving.". Mr Costa said that from July 1 next year, property investors would also benefit from the abolition of mortgage duty on non-owner occupied residences. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Wealth Defense: Say No to Moving Aug 31, 2007
Buying a new home isn't cheap. Bankrate reported last year that the average closing cost runs buyers $3,024. (MSNBC -- Business)
Back to School Housing Fest set for Sunday Aug 16, 2007
"It's going to be a good way to not only show off what we have out here," Farus said, "but also to show off our community and all the businesses that can help you when you're buying a new home.". Copyright. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Toward more affordable housing -- lower the interest rates Aug 12, 2007
Buying a new home was the capstone of her financial turnaround. But for awhile, it didn't look like she could swing it. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Global stock markets drop amid deepening credit fears Jul 27, 2007
They were driven sharply lower by worries over slowing economic growth in the United States and worsening borrowing conditions that could make everything from huge corporate buyouts to buying a new home more difficult. Major stock market gauges including the Dow Jones industrial average and the Standard & Poor's 500-stock index were down more than 2 percent. (International Herald Tribune)
Home Owners Apply Brakes To Lending Jul 27, 2007
The fall in approvals is being led by a drop in the number of people buying a new home, with new mortgages for homemovers down 11% year-on-year. And 1% fewer people were remortgaging compared with 12 months earlier. (Sky News)
Loan Officer or Mortgage Broker Jul 25, 2007
Whether you're buying a new home or re-financing a current property, you probably need a mortgage. Should you go to your local bank or find a mortgage broker. (Suite101.com)
Ex-exec files suit against hospital Jul 24, 2007
She said her client has taken a huge financial hit relocating from Placitas, N.M., to Fresno and buying a new home here only to be left jobless. "I know it's difficult taking on Saint Agnes. Saint Agnes is a good hospital, but if they want the union out, they need to treat their employees correctly," she said. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Alba, boyfriend to buy home Jul 18, 2007
17, 2007 07:20 AM Jessica Alba is buying a new home with her boyfriend. The 'Sin City' star has been house-hunting in New York with her movie producer lover Cash Warren. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Home ownership more than a fantasy for some Jul 16, 2007
ACDC offers a number of grant-funded programs to assist qualified families, which help with everything from buying a new home to weatherizing, repairing or modifying an existing one. The Cornforths are part of ACDC's Self-Help Housing Program, which offers a low-interest housing loan of 140,000 to cover materials for building a new home and requires the Cornforths to contribute 60,000 in labor while the home is built. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
US couple claims $105.8 million lottery prize Jun 30, 2007
Harvey and his wife, Joyce, said they will pay off bills, help family members and think about buying a new home with their winnings. They chose to receive a $33. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
KIOWA COUNTY/GREENSBURG Jun 27, 2007
Before buying a new home or arranging for any construction, residents should call 620-723-4109 or stop by the Building and Codes office to determine which documentation and information is required for the building permit application. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
Developing an eagle eye for fraud Jun 26, 2007
After selling his house in New York and buying a new home in Minneapolis, the home of Fair Isaac's corporate headquarters, the atypical sums of money moving through Dr Greene's account caused it to be suspended. "The software was recognising I'd exceeded the profile, the thresholds, for how many and what types of transactions I normally do, so potential fraud was suspected," he says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
OFT launches investigation into 20bn housebuilding industry Jun 23, 2007
The consumer body said today it would also examine why the building industry had failed to improve on its dismal record of protecting consumers who experienced problems after buying a new home. Today's announcement by the OFT is a clear admission that the building industry has failed to act on criticisms levelled in the Barker review of housing published in 2004. (Guardian Unlimited)
Ask Realty Times Jun 22, 2007
Question: I am married and we are buying a new home. Only my husband's name is on the mortgage, but both our names are on the deed. (RealtyTimes)
Is Highway 9 Turning Into Another U.S. 501 Jun 21, 2007
"Most of this [growth] looks like people wanting to move here and buying a new home," Prince said. "A lot of it is affordable homes. There's a need." The increased growth raises another interesting question. (Loris Scene, SC)
Prequalify for loans before home shopping Jun 21, 2007
A: It's a good idea to start the prequalification process as soon as you start thinking about buying a new home, especially if you're looking at a down-payment-assistance program, because you may have to participate in an education program, and the paperwork can take longer to process. Prequalification can be done very simply with just a discussion and a look at your pay stub. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sessions try to help prospective homeowners avoid pitfalls Jun 20, 2007
With foreclosures and predatory lending practices on the rise, the Baltimore City Home Center has scheduled a pair of educational sessions designed to help prospective homeowners navigate through the process of buying a new home. The sessions are part of a continuing education series holds to help potential homebuyers avoid the pitfalls of buying a new home, said Anna Custer, executive director of Live Baltimore. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Unsung Heroes: Lindholms are a dual volunteering threat May 27, 2007
The couple is in the process of buying a new home in West Des Moines. "I've done quite a bit of counseling over the years with people who have suffered spinal injuries," Curt Lindholm said. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Spaniard finds mummy in new flat May 16, 2007
A man in north-eastern Spain has made an unexpected discovery after buying a new home without seeing it first. Inside he found the mummified body of the previous owner. (BBC News)
Taking a look at what your credit and insurance scores will tell you May 16, 2007
But here's a complication: If you're buying a new home, the insurer may base its coverage decisions on the home's CLUE report, not yours. And you're not allowed to order that. (Boston Globe)
Family renovates instead of moving Apr 29, 2007
A Sarasota family considers buying a new home, but renovates instead. By MARSHA FOTTLER. (Herald-Tribune)
Parents weigh in on school boundary change Apr 26, 2007
"He was the first child on Snoqualmie Ridge," said Armour, who, when buying a new home on the Ridge, choose one within walking distance of Cascade View Elementary School, prior to its being built. "What he knows is he waited for that school to be built," said Armour. (King County Journal Newspapers, WA)
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5 dumbest renovation fads, and more Apr 22, 2007
How to save if you're buying a new home or just refinancing. ()As the market cools, it will take more work to get that 'For Sale' sign out of your front yard. (CNN)
Lopez, Anthony Sue National Enquirer In Europe Apr 18, 2007
" Tweed said he received approval Monday from Lopez's Los Angeles law firm, Lavely and Singer, to proceed with the lawsuit.It will be Tweed's second lawsuit against the Enquirer. In July 2006, he secured a published apology in the European edition of the Enquirer for an article that claimed pop singer Britney Spears was about to divorce Kevin Federline.Copyright 2007 by . All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Photo Gallery Barb... (NBC4.tv, CA)
Paris Hilton Ordered To Appear At Hearing Apr 18, 2007
Are you thinking about buying a new home. Find out why this is the perfect time to get a new home. (Click2Houston, TX)
Va. Tech Police ID Gunman Apr 17, 2007
VT Police Chief Identifies Shooter - News Story - KFOX El Paso. VIRGINIA TECH SHOOTING. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Survey: New Rule Nearly Triples Iowa High School Ineligibility Apr 17, 2007
DES MOINES, Iowa -- Iowa's "no pass, no play'' rule shelved nearly three times more high school athletes and fine arts students after the first grading period this year than in 2006, according to a new state survey.But a majority of athletes had a higher grade-point average than the overall student body, according to the survey, which was compiled by Urbandale activities director Bill Watson.The rule will be discussed Thursday by the State Board of Education. It's members will decide whether to... (7 KETV Omaha)
Va. Tech To Hold Convocation For Dead Apr 17, 2007
"According to the school's , the school closed Monday and classes were to be canceled Tuesday. The university was to remain open for administrative operations.All students, faculty, and staff were required to stay where they are until police execute a planned evacuation. A phased closing was to be in effect Monday; further information was to be forthcoming as soon as police secured the campus.Virginia Tech is a public land-grant university in Blacksburg, a small town nestled in the Blue Ridge... (Click2Houston, TX)
