Remodel overspending: ‘While you’re at it …’
The end of yet another summer is in sight. It’s a time when vacations become mere memories, kids head back to school and home once again becomes the object of much attention.
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Italy set for euro fight It already seems to be election season in Italy, even though no poll is scheduled until next spring.via
The Design Files: Creating three remodel options is a wise way to go Dear Robin and Christian: We have an older house that suits our needs in every way except the kitchen and eating nook.read more...
Fla. among top 5 in home-value increases (Reg Req'd) Average U.S. home prices increased 12.5 percent in the first quarter of 2005 from the year-ago quarter, according to the House Price Index.via
Homeowners are cautioned to steer clear of option ARMs (Reg Req'd) Option ARMs account for nearly 10 percent of mortgages. Mortgage lenders in recent years have come up with all sorts of strategies to finance home purchases as prices have soared:
China moves to cool housing market The Chinese government is trying to contain surging house prices, the official Xinhua news agency reported Monday.read more...
Waterfront Homes That Are A Relative Steal in Rochester Housing in this Northeastern city is 'undervalued,' or under priced, according to SmartMoney magazine. Here's a look at three homes on the water that may be worth more in other