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Q. I’m concerned about my home having radon. Is there a reliable and inexpensive way to test for it? A. Radon is a radioactive gas produced by uranium decay that can accumulate in tightly insulated houses.
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Reducing title costs easier said than done Part 2: Consequences of a dysfunctional market Last week I pointed out that most borrowers don't shop for title insurance, accepting the recommendations of their Realtor, lender or builder.read more...
H&R Block Shares Jump on Possible Mortgage-Unit Sale (Update3) (Bloomberg.com) Nov. 7 (Bloomberg) -- Shares of H&R Block Inc., the largest U.S. tax preparer, gained the most in almost a year after the company said it may sell or spin
Tea room hits the spot "This was kind of my creative outlet" Many of Toni Henry's talents have come together at her cozy East Brady business. via PittsburghLIVE.com read more...
HUD unveils easier to understand mortgage disclosure form (Atlanta Journal-Constitution) Prospective home buyers would get easier-to-understand information on mortgage terms and save an average $700 in closing costs under a proposal to be unveiled Friday by President Bush. The proposed
Report: Housing Prices Outpacing Salaries Housing prices are far outstripping salary increases for low- and moderate-income jobs, putting the American dream of owning a home beyond the reach of teachers, firefighters and other community workers
U.S. Oct. housing starts rise on apartment sector Builders broke ground on new apartments at a faster pace in October, the Commerce Department estimated Tuesday. via MarketWatch read more...