by Jason MacDowell on July 31, 2008
It seems that the effects of the enduring foreclosure crisis have reached the Web. A recent survey showed that many internet users are searching for sites that contain information regarding foreclosure. For the month of June, there were approximately 1.82 billion internet users who searched for ‘foreclosure’. Compared to last year, there was apparently an increase of about 177 percent.
by Paul McCain on July 29, 2008
Market conditions dictate who will have the upper hand. Right now, buyers have all the advantage. With the large inventory of homes for sale, declining home prices and sluggish home sales, you can expect buyers to have the leverage.
by Elizabeth Rush on July 28, 2008
If you have managed to escape the subprime mortgage mess, it should not mean that you will let down your defenses. One of the ways you can easily avoid losing your home to foreclosure is by organizing your finances early on.
by William Dover on July 25, 2008
Last year, the number of foreclosure petitions filed in the Nantucket Superior Court and Massachusetts Land Court was over 23. After one year, the foreclosure petitions have risen to 92, a 421 percent increase.
by Jason MacDowell on July 25, 2008
Less than two hours before her home was scheduled to be auctioned, a Massachusetts woman decided to commit suicide by shooting herself. This unfortunate news shocked Americans and forced many to think if it is a sign that the housing crisis is really taking a toll on the nation.
by William Dover on July 23, 2008
With the market brimming with foreclosure homes for sale, many consumers can not help but be interested in taking advantage of the opportunities offered by these distressed properties. Unfortunately, buying a foreclosed home is not as simple as most people think.
by William Dover on July 14, 2008
For most buyers and investors, it is all about right timing. Even seasoned realtors will testify how important it is to make a purchase at the right time and place. Considering that the housing market is brimming with properties in all stages of foreclosure, it is certainly difficult to decide if you should buy now or wait further.
by Paul McCain on July 10, 2008
Ever since the subprime mess erupted, California has consistently been among the states with the highest foreclosure rate. The number of foreclosure filings increased by so much that the state government finally recognized it as a threat to the local economy. Even local residents and non-profit organizations have teamed up to provide help to troubled homeowners facing foreclosure.
by Elizabeth Rush on July 8, 2008
Foreclosure investing is fast becoming popular among real estate investors because of the better return potential that it offers. Unfortunately, it will take some degree of preparedness before you can consider yourself worthy of this business
by Elizabeth Rush on July 1, 2008
Any consumer advocate will tell you that haggling is something usually encouraged. Some consumers feel like they are forcing the seller to negotiate, but this is not the case. Keep in mind that sellers usually have a wiggle room whenever they put a price tag on their products.