Higher oil prices tipped raise building costs
HIGHER petrol prices and the flow-on effects of union wage demands could push up home building costs, housing industry economists say. via News.com.au
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Pay a little extra each month, cut years off mortgage (Los Angeles Times) Question: My mortgage payment is due on the first of each month. I would like to make half my monthly payment 15 days before it's due and the remainder on
Lamar may get building codes Former Kenner, La. resident Shelby Dubrae wants to build a home in west Hattiesburg.read more...
San Antonio man gets 90 years for home-remodeling scam A San Antonio man has been sentenced to 90 years in prison for a home-remodeling scam.Commentread more...
Bank of England chief in warning over British consumer slowdown The Bank of England governor Mervyn King expressed deep concern about slowing consumer demand on the high street.via
The Rich are Paying a Premium To Build Homes Faster A small group of wealthy people are unfazed by the housing downturn and are forking over big premiums to have houses erected in record time. read more...
Chances are home prices haven't hit bottom yet Unfortunately, there are also a lot of families that took on huge mortgage debts based on the ephemeral peak values of their properties.Commentread more...
January 3rd, 2008
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